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Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta for Busy Weeknight Wins

Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and pasta in a rich, buttery sauce, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 breasts Chicken Breasts Feel free to substitute with shrimp or tofu.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Olive oil is a lighter alternative.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic yields the most potency.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs like basil or parsley are fantastic substitutes.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Choose any shape like spaghetti or fusilli; gluten-free works too.
To Finish
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil Water: Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Add your chosen pasta to the boiling water; stir occasionally. Cook until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Toss in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Allow the mixture to simmer until it thickens.
  6. Combine Ingredients: Slice the seared chicken, then add it back to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss everything gently.
  7. Serve: Plate your Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta and garnish with extra Italian seasoning or Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need a comforting meal with minimal cleanup.

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