Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a creamy, flavorful dish that’s sure to impress family and friends. This comforting meal combines tender chicken with a luscious buttery sauce, infused with fresh garlic and zesty lemon juice, all served over perfectly cooked linguine. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Plus, it offers versatility to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it a go-to dish for any occasion. With minimal cleanup thanks to the one-pan preparation, you’ll have more time to enjoy your delicious creation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, then stir in lemon juice and spices.
- Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing well to coat in the sauce. Use reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
- Nestle sliced chicken on top of the pasta mixture. Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg