Description

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a bold, creamy, and zesty chicken pasta recipe made with linguine, herbed garlic cowboy butter, and juicy seared chicken. Perfect for weeknight dinners and packed with flavor, this easy pasta recipe combines spicy, buttery richness with a tangy kick.

Ingredients

225g chicken breast

225g linguine pasta

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the linguine until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.

2. Slice the chicken breast into strips or chunks. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon, red pepper flakes, and parsley.

5. Return chicken and cooked linguine to the skillet. Toss everything in the sauce. Add pasta water if needed to loosen.

6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, toss again, and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

This dish is best served immediately while hot and creamy.

To reheat, use the stovetop with a splash of broth or water.

Feel free to swap chicken with shrimp or add veggies like spinach.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (1/4 of total)
Calories: 510
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 610mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg