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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine
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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a creamy and savory pasta dish featuring tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich buttery sauce with garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Tossed with perfectly cooked linguine and finished with fresh parsley and spices, this meal is hearty, flavorful, and quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Pasta

  • 8 ounces linguine pasta

Sauce Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 3 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Herbs and Spices

  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika to infuse bold cowboy flavors.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and reserve a small cup of pasta water for adjusting the sauce consistency if needed.
  3. Sauté the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Build the Sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then allow the sauce to simmer gently and thicken. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  5. Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained linguine. Toss everything together so the pasta is evenly coated with the buttery sauce. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Rest the cooked chicken off heat briefly to retain juices and tenderness.
  • Always use fresh minced garlic for the best flavor impact.
  • Reserve pasta water to loosen the sauce without diluting flavors.
  • Cook pasta al dente so it holds up well under the creamy sauce.
  • Finish with fresh herbs like parsley to brighten the dish.

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