Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe
This Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine recipe is a delicious and comforting dish with a flavorful creamy sauce that is perfect for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Linguine Pasta:
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cowboy Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1⁄4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1⁄4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
- 1⁄2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, cook diced chicken breasts in olive oil until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes. Stir in lemon juice and chicken broth. Add heavy cream and simmer.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken to the skillet, add cooked linguine, parsley, and Parmesan. Toss until coated.
- Final Touches: Adjust seasoning and serve hot, garnished with Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, Pasta Recipe, Creamy Chicken Pasta
