Description
Enjoy a creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, zesty sauce, perfect for any occasion. This recipe is ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Breast (can be replaced with turkey or vegan chicken alternative)
- 8 ounces Linguine (can substitute with fettuccine, spaghetti or penne)
- 4 tablespoons Butter (or plant-based butter for dairy-free option)
- 4 cloves Garlic, fresh, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (can substitute with lime juice)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut milk for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard (can be omitted if preferred)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (or dairy-free Parmesan)
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
- Melt the Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it starts to bubble gently, creating a beautiful, rich base for your sauce.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until it’s fragrant and just turning golden.
- Create the Sauce: Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and heavy cream. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 3-4 minutes, or until it starts to thicken slightly.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the creamy sauce.
- Finish with Cheese and Spice: Stir in Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix everything well and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve Immediately: Plate your Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine and enjoy it while it’s hot!
Notes
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil for added flavor.
- This Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg