Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delightful, creamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a rich garlic-infused butter sauce. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. With its aromatic blend of herbs and spices, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the linguine until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and stir in lemon juice, parsley, and thyme. Toss in the cooked linguine along with reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve the linguine topped with sliced chicken and garnish with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg