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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

Savor the Flavor: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Delight

Indulge in Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a creamy, delicious escape from takeout perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 ounces linguine Perfect base for the sauce.
Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cubed Boneless for easy cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds depth and sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds color and smokiness.
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for heat.
  • salt To taste.
  • pepper To taste.
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon butter Adds richness.
  • ¼ cup chicken broth Keeps sauce light.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Brightens flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Adds tanginess.
  • ½ cup heavy cream Creates a creamy texture.
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Enriches flavor.
Garnish
  • fresh parsley For garnish.
  • lemon slices or wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook linguine in salted boiling water for 9-11 minutes until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain and toss with olive oil.
  2. In a bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Coat cubed chicken with this mixture.
  3. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Sear the coated chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat, add butter, and sauté garlic for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until creamy.
  6. Mix cooked chicken and juices back into the skillet, then add the linguine. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Stir in chopped parsley and garnish with extra parsley and pepper. Serve with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Best served immediately for optimal creaminess. Adding reserved pasta water helps achieve a silky sauce.

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