Description
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delicious and flavorful pasta dish that combines tender chicken with a rich and creamy butter sauce, 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 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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 and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; stir until the sauce is smooth.
- Toss the cooked linguine in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or vegetables for a different twist.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, pasta, chicken, creamy sauce