Savor this quick recipe for Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Rich savory flavors combine for a delicious comforting meal Perfect weeknight dish
Ingredients
Scale
12 oz linguine
1 lb chicken breast
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the linguine according to package instructions in salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the cooked linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Add pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
