Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a mouthwatering pasta dish that brings together tender chicken and a decadent butter sauce, making it the ultimate comfort food. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this recipe is perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a gourmet meal that will impress your family and friends. The savory combination of garlic, fresh herbs, and spices elevates the linguine while ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Get ready to make this easy yet impressive dish a staple at your dinner table!
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 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Sear in a skillet with half the butter until golden brown; remove.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for 3 minutes.
- Slice chicken and toss with linguine in the skillet until well coated in the sauce.
- Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 130mg