Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delicious and hearty pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, buttery sauce infused with spices, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, and cayenne pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, pasta, chicken, butter sauce, comfort food