Description
A delightful dish combining creamy pasta with savory chicken and robust cowboy butter flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to 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 and sauté for about a minute, allowing its fragrance to fill the kitchen—but watch it carefully to avoid burning.
- Cook Chicken: Toss in the diced chicken breast, seasoning it with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
- Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently as you bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it thicken slightly, which will create a luscious sauce.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta and the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated in the creamy goodness.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor, then serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to customize pasta types and make dairy substitutions as needed. Use fresh herbs for better flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, cowboy butter, creamy, easy recipe, weeknight dinner, comfort food