Description
A quick and delicious Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine recipe that combines tender chicken, linguine pasta, and a flavorful butter sauce.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add 1/2 cup heavy cream after the butter.
- For a veggie boost, toss in some spinach or cherry tomatoes when adding the garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg