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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe

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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a smoky, buttery garlic sauce with a hint of spice. Tossed with al dente linguine and finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this easy and satisfying meal comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 12 oz linguine

Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook the linguine until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, black 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 or until fully cooked. Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Make the Cowboy Butter Sauce: Lower heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Let the sauce simmer for another 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the sauce consistency.
  5. Combine Everything: Add sliced chicken back into the skillet, followed by the drained linguine. Toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 additional minutes to let the flavors meld.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • You can adjust the red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
  • Reserve pasta water is important to thin the sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Let the cooked chicken rest a few minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
  • Using freshly grated Parmesan gives the sauce the best flavor and texture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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