– 8 ounces of pasta (penne, fusilli, or your choice)
– 2 tablespoons of butter
– 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 4 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon of paprika
– 1 teaspoon of cumin
– ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup of heavy cream
– ½ cup of chicken broth
– 1 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Creating Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare Chicken: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
3. Sauté Garlic: Once the chicken is cooked, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add Spices: Sprinkle paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper over the chicken and garlic. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
5. Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to bubble lightly for about 5 minutes to thicken.
6. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
7. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the pasta. Stir until the cheese melts and creates a luscious sauce coating all the pasta.
8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish without any fuss!