Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta with Smoky Herb Butter and Tender Chicken | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Perfect Chicken:
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• For the Pasta Base:
• 1 pound penne or rigatoni pasta
• 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)
• For the Cowboy Butter Sauce:
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• For the Flavor Enhancers:
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• For the Creamy Addition:
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• For the Vegetable Components:
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• For the Gourmet Touches:
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
• For the Garnish:
• Extra fresh parsley, chopped
• Additional Parmesan cheese
• Lemon wedges for serving
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• For Special Equipment:
• Large pasta pot
• Large skillet or sauté pan
• Wooden spoon
• Pasta strainer
• Serving bowls