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Flavor-Packed Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Flavor-Packed Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine combines tender strips of seasoned chicken with a rich, buttery sauce infused with garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon, and smoky spices. Tossed with perfectly cooked linguine and finished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, this creamy garlic pasta delivers a comforting and spicy meal that’s quick and easy to prepare on the stovetop.

Ingredients

For the Pasta

  • 12 oz linguine pasta

For the Chicken and Sauce

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining the pasta. Set the pasta aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken strips with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Cowboy Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, dried parsley, and cayenne pepper if using. Cook the sauce for an additional 1–2 minutes to blend flavors.
  4. Combine Chicken and Pasta: Return the cooked chicken strips to the skillet with the sauce. Add the drained linguine pasta and toss to coat evenly. Gradually add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce and achieve your preferred consistency.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper according to your preference.
  • You can substitute chicken with shrimp or steak for a different protein option.
  • Reserve some pasta water as it helps in making the sauce silky and helps it cling better to the pasta.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/flavor-packed-cowboy-butter-chicken-linguine-recipe/