Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe
This Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken breast cooked in a smoky, garlicky cowboy butter sauce combined with creamy Parmesan linguine. The perfect blend of smoky spices and creamy textures makes for a comforting yet elegant meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz (225g) linguine pasta
Chicken
- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Cowboy Butter Sauce
- Butter (amount not specified in original recipe, assuming 4 tablespoons melted butter)
- Garlic (amount not specified, assuming 2 cloves minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Creamy Sauce
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
- Make the Cowboy Butter Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Set aside for later use.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken slices with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Linguine Sauce: In the same skillet, add the prepared cowboy butter sauce and let it simmer for 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and stir until combined. Add the Parmesan cheese and mix until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine & Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the pan, stirring to coat it in the sauce. Add the cooked linguine, tossing everything together until fully coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately!
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
- You can substitute parsley with fresh cilantro or oregano for a different flavor profile.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Reserve some pasta water as it helps to adjust the sauce consistency perfectly.
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken, Linguine, Creamy Pasta, Chicken Pasta, Smoky Pasta Sauce, Easy Dinner Recipe
