Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken and rich, savory butter sauce with perfectly cooked linguine. This delightful pasta dish bursts with flavor from garlic, fresh herbs, and spices, making it an instant favorite for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe offers comfort and satisfaction in every bite. Plus, it’s quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh parsley and thyme (chopped)
- Smoked paprika and onion powder
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Sear in melted butter until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and prepare the cowboy butter sauce by sautéing garlic, then adding herbs, broth, and lemon juice.
- Combine the cooked linguine with the sauce and sliced chicken. Adjust the consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg