Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe: Easy Indulgence for Dinner
A quick and delicious recipe for Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta that combines creamy butter and herbs with tender chicken for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and chives.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cowboy, Butter, Chicken, Pasta, Recipe, Dinner