Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe: Easy Comfort Food Delight
Indulge in this creamy and flavorful Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta that combines tender chicken, buttery sauce, and pasta for a delightful meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free pasta)
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the cubed chicken, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and parsley, mixing well.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- For added flavor, consider adding grated parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken, Chicken Pasta, Comfort Food