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easy cowboy butter chicken pasta weeknight win

Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta: 25-Minute Weeknight Bliss


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A quick and flavorful cowboy butter chicken pasta perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed
  • 3 tbsp cowboy butter (garlic herb butter)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in cowboy butter, heavy cream, parmesan, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Serve hot with extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Use any pasta shape you prefer.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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