Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a delightful dish that transforms tender chicken and al dente linguine into an unforgettable meal. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare this creamy pasta adorned with a buttery sauce infused with fresh garlic and zesty lemon juice. It’s the perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions, ensuring your family will keep coming back for seconds. This versatile recipe allows for easy customization—add your favorite vegetables or switch up the protein to suit your taste. Experience comfort food at its finest with this satisfying and delicious dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine: Bring salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat and slice.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Add cooked linguine to the skillet with sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly.
- Serve: Place sliced chicken on top of the pasta mixture and enjoy warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg