Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: An Indulgent Twist on Comfort Food
A rich and creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine recipe that’s perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free if using gluten-free pasta
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 4 tablespoons cowboy butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, melt cowboy butter and add the cubed chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, comfort food, chicken pasta