Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delightful fusion of creamy flavors and savory spices that elevate traditional comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 2 tablespoons cowboy butter
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the cowboy butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Mix in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked linguine and Parmesan cheese until well coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be easily adjusted for spice by adding red pepper flakes.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, comfort food, pasta, chicken