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Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta 30 Minutes Ultimate Delicious

Indulge in Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Tonight!


  • Author: Emily Bennett
  • Total Time: 40
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Get ready to saddle up and dive into a flavor-packed adventure with our “Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta”! This dish is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, buttery sauce that’ll have your taste buds dancing like a rodeo star.


Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta

3 tbsp unsalted butter

1 cup heavy cream

4 cloves fresh garlic, minced

2 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside, ready to be tossed with the creamy cowboy butter sauce.

2. Next, season the chicken breasts on both sides with a generous sprinkle of salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of the Italian seasoning. This will help the chicken develop a delicious, savory crust as it cooks.

3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.

4. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until it becomes fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream, the remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and give it all a good stir. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the creamy cowboy butter sauce. Gently fold in the sliced chicken, making sure everything is evenly distributed. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat everything through.

6. Dish up the “Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta” onto plates, garnishing with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a dusting of Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve this rich and satisfying meal hot, and get ready to saddle up for a flavor-packed adventure!

Notes

For a lighter, more nutritious version of this dish, you can use whole wheat pasta, swap the heavy cream for low-fat milk or Greek yogurt, and opt for boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 35
  • Saturated Fat: 20
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 110