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Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

A quick and satisfying dinner combining tender chicken with a creamy, flavorful sauce over linguine pasta.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 ounces linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil the linguine according to the package directions in salted water. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth (or reserved pasta water). Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan while gently simmering.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and half of the chopped parsley. Stir gently, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce lightly thickens.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan and add the cooked linguine and parmesan cheese. Toss everything together to coat evenly, adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust the sauce’s consistency.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with the remaining parsley and extra parmesan cheese before serving. Serve immediately to enjoy the delightful flavors!

Notes

Best served hot right after cooking. Pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.

  • Author: aymane-mouraigmail-com-2
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: chicken, linguine, creamy sauce, quick dinner, easy recipe