Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

from succulentrecipes.com
30 min
4 servings

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a hearty, flavorful pasta dish that combines juicy, tender chicken with a rich and savory butter sauce. This dish is infused with bold spices and garlic, and paired with linguine pasta, making it the perfect comfort meal for a cozy dinner or a family gathering. The cowboy butter sauce, inspired by the classic cowboy butter recipe, adds a delightful depth of flavor, while the crispy chicken complements the creamy pasta beautifully. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this dish is guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).

  2. 2

    While the chicken cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of pasta water for later.

  3. 3

    In the same skillet used to cook the chicken, melt the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, parsley, and thyme, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    While the sauce simmers, slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips.

  5. 5

    Divide the cowboy butter chicken linguine among plates, and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.