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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe
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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts cooked in a creamy garlic butter sauce with hints of paprika and Italian seasoning, tossed with perfectly al dente linguine and finished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Pasta

  • 8 oz linguine pasta

Sauce

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Garlic and Parsley: Finely chop the fresh garlic cloves and parsley. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for cooking the linguine.
  2. Cook Linguine: Add linguine to the boiling salted water and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Before draining, reserve about ½ cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  3. Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Season the chicken breasts with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and slice or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Sauté Aromatics and Spices: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  5. Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir continuously until the butter melts and the sauce slightly thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Toss Pasta and Combine: Return the sliced chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Add the drained linguine and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water little by little to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
  7. Finish and Serve: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency for a smoother texture.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor impact.
  • Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
  • Can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it will be less rich.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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