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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

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A quick and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a rich butter garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 500 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 340 g (12 oz) fettuccine or pasta of choice
  • Juice of half a lemon

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook until they are browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and let the mixture simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until it has melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce. Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley, stirring to mix.
  8. In a separate pot, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and add it to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce and chicken.
  9. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to ensure the pasta is well combined and heated through.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Notes

Serve this pasta hot right from the pan with a wedge of lemon on the side for added brightness. Pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread.

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