Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: Irresistibly Creamy Delight
This Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a creamy, flavorful dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound chicken breasts, diced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Add the garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made with shrimp or salmon instead of chicken for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, creamy chicken pasta, easy dinner recipe