Description
Discover the irresistible Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a creamy and flavorful pasta dish that brings together tender chicken and a luscious garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this indulgent recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. The rich sauce, infused with hints of Dijon mustard and lemon, coats every strand of linguine beautifully, delivering comfort in every bite. With its quick preparation and gourmet flair, this dish not only satisfies cravings but also elevates any dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (to taste)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook linguine until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium; add butter and garlic; cook until fragrant. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chicken broth; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, allowing it to thicken slightly; stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Combine sliced chicken and drained linguine in the skillet; toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Serve immediately topped with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg