Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: Easy, Indulgent Comfort Food
A delicious and creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine that combines simplicity with indulgence, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- 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: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces linguine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook linguine according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for another minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked linguine in with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes when cooking the chicken.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, easy recipes, comfort food