Savor a rich Cowboy Butter Chicken in creamy linguine Perfect for weeknight dinners this dish is a tasty twist on classic pasta favorites
Ingredients
Scale
12 oz linguine
1 lb chicken breast
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp paprika
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add your linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
Sprinkle the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and paprika.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Toss in the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Add the remaining butter, cayenne pepper, and let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes until thickened slightly.
Drain the linguine and toss it into the creamy chicken sauce, mix well.
Divide the pasta onto plates, garnish with chopped parsley, and sprinkle some cheese on top.
Notes
This Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine strikes the perfect balance between ease of cooking at home and the satisfaction of restaurant-quality meals with a rich, creamy sauce and tender chicken.
