Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delightful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a luscious buttery sauce and al dente linguine. This quick recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions. The bright flavors of fresh garlic and zesty lemon juice elevate each bite, making it a meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re feeding the family or hosting friends, this dish offers versatility; customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for endless variations. Easy to prepare and minimal cleanup make this a go-to recipe in any kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half the butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Toss cooked linguine in the skillet to coat with sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve by nesting sliced chicken on top of the pasta mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg