Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring chicken, butter, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for comforting dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken fillets, diced
- 8 oz pasta of choice (e.g., fettuccine, penne)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream (substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (use fresh for best results)
- 1 tsp paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and measure all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- Dice the chicken fillets and mince the garlic.
Cooking
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat without letting it brown.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the melted butter for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add the grated Parmesan cheese; stir until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
- Season the sauce with paprika, salt, and pepper, adjusting to your taste.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the creamy chicken sauce, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
- Plate the dish and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For variations, add vegetables like zucchini or swap chicken with shrimp or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. This dish reheats well and is ideal for meal prep.