Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe: A Fun and Indulgent Twist
A delicious twist on traditional pasta featuring a buttery sauce and savory chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne.
- Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to swap in your favorite pasta variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 25 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Indulgent Pasta