Description
Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken and linguine pasta, all enveloped in a rich, creamy butter sauce with just the right amount of spice. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can be made in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families or entertaining guests. With vibrant flavors and comforting textures, each bite feels like a warm hug from the heart of Texas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and trim excess fat from the chicken.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente (about 9-11 minutes).
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until foamy. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in chicken broth; let simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until warmed through.
- Toss drained linguine into the skillet with the sauce until fully coated. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg