Enjoy a deliciously creamy and flavorful Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta that’s easy to whip up for any weeknight dinner.

Pasta of your choice (e.g.

penne or fettuccine) – 12 ounces

Chicken breast – 1 pound

boneless and skinless

cut into bite-sized pieces

Butter – 4 tablespoons (unsalted is recommended for better flavor control)

Garlic – 4 cloves

minced

Onion – 1 medium

diced

Heavy cream – 1 cup (or substitute with coconut milk for a lighter option)

Chicken broth – 1 cup (low-sodium preferred)

Parmesan cheese – 1 cup

grated

Italian seasoning – 1 tablespoon

Red pepper flakes – 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)

Salt and pepper – to taste

Fresh parsley – for garnish (optional)

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 the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet, seasoning with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the creamy sauce until well coated.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk. Adjust red pepper flakes to your heat preference.

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