Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

The rich aroma of Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine wafts through the kitchen, teasing your senses with hints of garlic and savory spices. Imagine tender chicken enveloped in a buttery sauce, served over al dente linguine, creating a dish that’s as comforting as a warm hug after a long day.

This recipe isn’t just about feeding your stomach it’s about feeding your soul. I remember the first time I made this dish for my friends. Their faces lit up like they’d found buried treasure when they took that first bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish promises an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Sharing this dish at a dinner party led to endless compliments and requests for the recipe from my friends.

Essential Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious dish:

• Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: Use about 3-4 breasts for a hearty meal, adjusting based on your crowd size.
• Fresh Garlic: Opt for firm cloves to get the best flavor out of your sauce.
• Butter: Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness better it also enhances the richness.
• Linguine Pasta: Choose high-quality pasta for better texture cook it until al dente for perfect results.
• Fresh Parsley: This adds a pop of color and freshness always opt for fresh over dried if possible.
• Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed juice brightens up the dish beautifully never settle for bottled stuff here
• Seasonings (Paprika, Salt, Pepper): Adjust these to taste smoked paprika can add an extra depth of flavor.

For the Sauce:

• Chicken Broth: Low-sodium broth is ideal here so you can control flavor intensity without overwhelming saltiness.
• Cream (Heavy or Light): Adds that luscious creaminess to your sauce feel free to use light cream if you’re watching calories.

The full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.

Let’s Make it Together

Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients and chopping garlic finely while ensuring chicken is cubed into bite-sized pieces.

Cook the Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.

Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add cubed chicken seasoned with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown on all sides.

Add Garlic & Seasonings: Stir in minced garlic and smoked paprika once chicken is cooked through. Sauté until fragrant about 30 seconds to release those amazing aromas

Create the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth along with cream while scraping up any brown bits from the skillet’s bottom. Allow it to simmer gently until thickened slightly.

Toss Everything Together: Mix cooked linguine into the skillet with sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Top with fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Follow these steps closely for a dish that’s sure to impress Enjoy every bite of this delightful Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine that brings joy not just to your taste buds but also warmth to your heart

Perfecting the Cooking Process

Sear the chicken first until golden brown, then cook the pasta while preparing the buttery sauce for maximum flavor infusion.

Add Your Touch

Feel free to swap out chicken for shrimp or add your favorite veggies like bell peppers and spinach to enhance nutrition and flavor.

Storing & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth to prevent drying out.

Sharing this dish with my friends always brings laughter they claim I should open a restaurant after tasting my Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

FAQ

What ingredients do I need for Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine?

You’ll need chicken, linguine, butter, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh herbs for flavor.

Can I make Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine dairy-free?

Yes, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter to achieve a similar result without dairy.

How long does it take to prepare Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine?

The entire dish can be prepared in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

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Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

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Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings rich, buttery goodness together with tender chicken and perfectly cooked linguine. This simple yet impressive recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, ensuring your taste buds are treated to an explosion of flavor.

• Author: Jennifer
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4
• Category: Main
• Method: Sautéing
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cubed
• 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 8 oz linguine pasta
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and cubing the chicken.
2. Cook the linguine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add cubed chicken seasoned with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown.
4. Stir in minced garlic and smoked paprika; sauté until fragrant.
5. Pour in chicken broth and cream, scraping up brown bits from the skillet. Simmer until slightly thickened.
6. Toss cooked linguine into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency. Finish with parsley and lemon juice.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 recipe)
• Calories: 630
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 550mg
• Fat: 38g
• Saturated Fat: 23g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 30g
• Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting chicken with shrimp or adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.