Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a creamy, flavorful pasta dish made with tender chicken in a rich, buttery sauce. Infused with smoky paprika, garlic, and a zesty lemon finish, this dish is packed with bold flavors that are sure to satisfy. With just one pan and under 40 minutes to prepare, it’s the perfect dinner for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
8 ounces linguine
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup (4 tablespoons) cowboy butter (divided)
¾ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon lemon juice
Lemon slices for garnish
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the Linguine: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with paprika, garlic salt, kosher salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
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Make the Sauce: Lower the heat and add 2 tablespoons of cowboy butter to the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream, garlic salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and lemon juice, scraping up the browned bits for added flavor.
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Combine: Add the cooked chicken and linguine to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat in the creamy sauce.
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Garnish and Serve: Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra spice, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or add hot sauce.
You can swap the chicken for other proteins like shrimp or turkey, or use mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
For a different texture, try using a different pasta like fettuccine, spaghetti, or penne.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated gently to avoid overcooking the pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Pan-frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
