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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta: Delicious and Quick Dinner

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta: A Quick and Easy Dinner Recipe


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a quick, creamy dish packed with flavor, perfect for a satisfying dinner.


Ingredients

Scale

8 oz Pasta

1 lb Chicken Breast

2 tbsp Butter

4 cloves Garlic

1 medium Onion

1 cup Heavy Cream

1 cup Chicken Broth

1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese

1 tbsp Italian Seasoning

1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes

Salt and Pepper

1/4 cup Fresh Parsley


Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet, cooking until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes. This dish pairs well with a side salad.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 105 mg

Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta, quick dinner, creamy pasta, chicken pasta, weeknight meal, easy recipe