Description
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious, buttery sauce infused with garlic and Italian herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe is sure to impress your loved ones with its rich flavors and creamy texture.
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
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir until thickened.
- Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet with drained pasta. Toss gently in the creamy sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Italian seasoning or Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg