Description
A delightful fusion of garlic and butter with tender chicken and creamy pasta, this Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any shape)
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Add the pasta, following the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic, stirring until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Cook the chicken: Toss in the cubed chicken and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Simmer with broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a light simmer.
- Add cream and seasoning: Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer until thickened.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, coating well.
- Garnish and serve: Finish with chopped parsley.
Notes
For a unique twist, air-fry the chicken instead for a juicy flavor. Customize with sun-dried tomatoes or crushed red pepper for extra zing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg