Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Linguine
A comforting and rich dish combining tender chicken and creamy linguine, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces Tender protein.
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Adds richness and moisture.
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika For subtle smokiness.
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic salt Enhances overall flavor.
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt Basic seasoning.
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper For mild heat.
For the pasta
- 8 ounces linguine Serves as the base of the dish.
For the sauce
- 4 tablespoons cowboy butter, divided Adds a rich, buttery flavor.
- 0.75 cups heavy cream Provides creaminess and depth.
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt Boosts flavor in sauce.
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes For a bit of heat.
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon juice Adds brightness.
For garnish
- lemon slices For garnish.
- chopped parsley For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by preparing the chicken. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Cooking
- Add the cut chicken to the heated skillet, sprinkling paprika, garlic salt, kosher salt, and black pepper over it.
- Stir the chicken regularly, ensuring it cooks evenly until no longer pink and starts to brown.
- While the chicken finishes cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then add the linguine.
- Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, reduce the heat to low and add cowboy butter until it melts.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine with the butter and chicken.
- Stir in the garlic salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and lemon juice.
- When the linguine is ready, drain it and add it directly to the skillet with the chicken and sauce.
- Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is well-coated with the creamy mixture.
- Garnish the pasta with lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure chicken pieces are uniform in size for even cooking. Don’t rush the sauce development for the best flavor. Taste before serving to adjust seasoning.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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