Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a mouthwatering pasta dish that perfectly marries creamy indulgence with bold flavors. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken in a rich garlic butter sauce enhanced with Dijon mustard and lemon, this dish elevates your typical weeknight meal into a gourmet experience. With its quick preparation time and the ability to customize spice levels, it’s an ideal choice for both busy evenings and special gatherings. Impress your family and friends with each delightful bite of this comforting linguine that promises to become a favorite in your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sauté in olive oil over medium-high heat until cooked through. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chicken broth; simmer for a few minutes.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; mix until smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine sliced chicken and drained linguine with the sauce; toss well to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg