Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta, a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free options available
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the diced chicken, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and parsley; mix well.
- Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice before serving.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding vegetables such as spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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