Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a hearty and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken strips with a creamy, buttery sauce. This pasta dish is infused with garlic, herbs, and a hint of spice, making it a favorite for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Linguine Pasta:
- 12 oz linguine pasta
Chicken:
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Cowboy Butter Sauce:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook Linguine: Cook linguine according to package instructions, then drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
- Sear Chicken: Season chicken with spices and cook in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken to skillet, add linguine. Toss to coat. Add herbs and Parmesan. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Serve: Garnish with additional herbs and cheese. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp or use gluten-free pasta.
- For a creamy variation, stir in ¼ cup of heavy cream before adding the pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
