Description
This Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a creamy, bold, and flavor-packed dish made with tender chicken, garlic butter sauce, and perfectly coated pasta for an easy and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into pieces
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and cook chicken with salt and pepper for 6–8 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining butter and sauté garlic and onion until softened.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Use reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
- Cook for 2 more minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Substitute coconut milk for a lighter version.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Adjust spice level with more or less chili flakes.
- Best served fresh and creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American