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Creamy Cowboy Butter Garlic Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cowboy Butter Garlic Chicken Pasta
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Creamy Cowboy Butter Garlic Chicken Pasta is a rich and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a luscious buttery garlic sauce combined with perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe blends bold garlic flavors with creamy textures, creating a meal that feels gourmet yet easy enough for weeknight dinners. Ready in under 30 minutes, it is versatile, customizable, and perfect for pasta lovers seeking a satisfying, indulgent dinner.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, tender and juicy
  • 3 tablespoons butter, for richness and flavor
  • 4 garlic cloves, freshly minced for aromatic punch
  • 1 cup heavy cream, to create a smooth, creamy sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for salty, nutty depth
  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta (or your favorite type), cooked al dente
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a hot skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, ensuring it remains juicy and flavorful. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve a small cup of pasta water. Set pasta aside.
  3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter then sauté the minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden to infuse the sauce with its signature aroma.
  4. Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens slightly into a rich and creamy texture.
  5. Combine Everything: Slice the cooked chicken and add it back to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Toss gently together, adding reserved pasta water if necessary to loosen the sauce and ensure every strand is coated.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately for the best experience.

Notes

  • Choose quality butter for deeper flavor.
  • Don’t overcook the chicken to keep it moist.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency and help it cling to pasta.
  • Cook garlic just until fragrant to avoid bitterness.

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Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, garlic butter chicken pasta, dinner recipe, easy pasta, creamy garlic sauce, quick chicken pasta

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