Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta: The Best Comfort Food Dish
A delicious and easy recipe for Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta that is perfect for any comfort food craving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper; sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add chicken and cook until fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
- Combine spaghetti with the chicken and sauce, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add lemon juice before serving.
- This dish can be made a day in advance and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 25 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta, Comfort Food, Chicken Pasta