Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a savory, creamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a rich cowboy butter sauce, infused with garlic and aromatic spices. This delightful recipe is perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners, offering an explosion of flavors with every bite. The luscious sauce clings to the linguine, while the juicy chicken adds protein and satisfaction. With its quick preparation time and simple ingredients, this dish is not only delicious but also accessible for cooks of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley and thyme
- Spices: smoked paprika, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook linguine in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Cook in a skillet with melted butter until golden and fully cooked; let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, prepare the cowboy butter sauce by sautéing garlic in remaining butter, then adding chicken broth, lemon juice, herbs, and spices.
- Toss cooked linguine in the sauce and serve topped with sliced chicken and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg