Description

If you’re craving a bold, creamy pasta that tastes like it came straight from a steakhouse, this Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is your next must-make! Packed with juicy chicken, buttery garlic-herb sauce, and rich Parmesan, it’s a next-level dinner that feels indulgent but comes together fast. This dish checks all the boxes for quick dinner ideas, comfort food classics, easy pasta recipes, and flavorful weeknight meals that won’t disappoint.

Ingredients

12 ounces linguine pasta

1 pound chicken breast, diced

4 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.

2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Sear in 1 tablespoon butter until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.

4. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon, red pepper flakes, parsley, and thyme. Cook briefly.

5. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.

6. Return chicken to the skillet and add drained pasta. Toss everything together.

7. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen sauce. Adjust seasoning.

8. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Notes

For extra creaminess, use an additional splash of cream when reheating leftovers.

This dish also works great with shrimp or leftover grilled steak.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 610
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 125mg

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