Description
Indulge in the flavors of Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes! This delightful recipe features tender chicken enveloped in a creamy, buttery sauce infused with garlic and spices, all tossed with perfectly cooked linguine. Ideal for busy weeknights or family dinners, this meal is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. With its rich taste and simple ingredients, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home. Customize it by adding your choice of vegetables or substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a versatile twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil linguine according to package directions in salted water. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken, cook for 5–7 minutes until browned, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes for about a minute.
- Stir in mustard, lemon juice, and chicken broth; simmer gently.
- Add heavy cream and half the parsley; cook until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the pan; add linguine and parmesan cheese. Toss well.
- Adjust seasoning, garnish with remaining parsley and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 742
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 112mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian version.