Hey, y'all! If you're in the mood for a hearty and flavorful pasta dish, look no further than this Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta. Packed with tender chicken, a creamy and buttery sauce, and just the right amount of spices, this dish is the perfect comfort food.

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

This dish is easy to make and sure to please everyone around the table. Whether you're feeding the family or entertaining friends, this pasta dish is guaranteed to be a hit!

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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Ingredients

This Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is super simple to make with ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. The secret to its rich flavor is the combination of butter, garlic, and spices that make the sauce shine. Paired with juicy chicken and pasta, it’s a meal that feels both indulgent and satisfying.

• 16 oz. box of rotini pasta (or any pasta shape)
• 2 lb. chicken tenderloins
• 1 stick of butter
• 2-3 tbsp. garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp. honey Dijon mustard
• 2 tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp. dried parsley
• 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 1 c. diced onions
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 c. heavy cream

How to Make Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Making this dish doesn’t take much time at all! After cooking the chicken, you’ll quickly toss it in a creamy, flavorful butter sauce that coats the pasta perfectly. It’s the kind of recipe that’s easy to pull together, but tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to the package directions. Once done, drain and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, season the chopped chicken with 1 teaspoon paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat a drizzle of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the butter in the same pan. Add the garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon paprika, cayenne pepper, parsley, red pepper flakes, and onions. Stir until everything is well mixed and the butter has melted.
4. Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the pan and toss to coat everything in the sauce. Stir in the lemon juice and heavy cream, mixing well. Garnish with extra parsley and serve hot!

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

1. If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. If you prefer a milder version, adjust the seasoning to your taste.
2. For added nutrition, consider tossing in some extra veggies, like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms. They’ll blend nicely with the creamy sauce.
3. Choose a pasta shape that will hold the sauce well, such as rotini, penne, or farfalle. These shapes will scoop up the sauce nicely.
4. To achieve the perfect creamy texture, be sure to stir the heavy cream in slowly to prevent it from separating.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

If you're craving a quick, flavorful dinner that's easy to prepare, Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is the answer. The creamy, buttery sauce and tender chicken make it a comforting meal everyone will love. Don’t forget to add your favorite pasta and enjoy every bite!

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

JC Phelps

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish with tender chicken and a rich, spiced butter sauce, perfect for any pasta lover!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Calories 917 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 16 oz. box of rotini pasta or any pasta shape
• 2 lb. chicken tenderloins
• 1 stick butter
• 2-3 tbsp. garlic minced
• 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp. honey Dijon mustard
• 2 tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp. dried parsley
• 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 1 c. diced onions
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 c. heavy cream

Instructions

 

• Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to the package directions. Once done, drain and set aside.
• In a small bowl, season the chopped chicken with 1 teaspoon paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat a drizzle of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
• Reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the butter in the same pan. Add the garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon paprika, cayenne pepper, parsley, red pepper flakes, and onions. Stir until everything is well mixed and the butter has melted.
• Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the pan and toss to coat everything in the sauce. Stir in the lemon juice and heavy cream, mixing well. Garnish with extra parsley and serve hot!

Notes

• If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. If you prefer a milder version, adjust the seasoning to your taste.
• For added nutrition, consider tossing in some extra veggies, like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms. They’ll blend nicely with the creamy sauce.
• Choose a pasta shape that will hold the sauce well, such as rotini, penne, or farfalle. These shapes will scoop up the sauce nicely.
• To achieve the perfect creamy texture, be sure to stir the heavy cream in slowly to prevent it from separating.

Nutrition

Calories: 917kcalCarbohydrates: 94gProtein: 66gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 212mgSodium: 428mgPotassium: 1328mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1924IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 3mg

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