Description
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a hearty dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a rich, creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Serve immediately for best flavor.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or vegetables for a different option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta, Creamy Pasta Dish