Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that transforms a simple weeknight dinner into a delightful culinary experience. With tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich, creamy sauce that’s bursting with flavor, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. In just about 40 minutes, you can serve up a plateful of warmth and satisfaction that feels like a warm hug on a plate. It’s not only quick to prepare but also versatile—allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients or whatever you have on hand. Plus, leftovers reheat beautifully, making it perfect for meal prep or unexpected guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook each side for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté for one minute. Pour in heavy cream and stir until thickened.
- Slice chicken and return it to the skillet with drained pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Italian seasoning or freshly grated cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 130mg