Description
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe: Learn how to make this delicious dish at home with our easy recipe! Try it today.
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
- Step 1: Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook each breast for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Step 3: Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp of butter and minced garlic; sauté for one minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir until thickened.
- Step 4: Combine Everything: Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet with drained pasta. Toss gently in the creamy sauce until well coated.
- Step 5: Serve: Plate the pasta generously, garnishing with extra Italian seasoning or freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg