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Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe: Creamy Comfort in 30 Minutes

This Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe is a creamy, high-protein dish that combines pasta and chicken in just 30 minutes, perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta or gluten-free pasta
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken breast diced, frozen chicken can work too
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or plant-based butter for dairy-free
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 medium Onion chopped, yellow onion or shallots
  • 1 cup Heavy cream or half-and-half/non-dairy options
  • 1 cup Chicken broth low-sodium variety preferred
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or mix of basil, oregano, thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional, adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, then add minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes, then bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes, adjusting with reserved pasta water as needed.
  5. Add the sautéed chicken and drained pasta to the skillet, tossing gently until well-coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes over low heat.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, allowing it to melt. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stove, adding broth or water as needed to restore creaminess.

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