Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: Indulgent Comfort Meal at Home
Indulge in the rich flavors of Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a delightful comfort meal that you can easily prepare 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
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir well.
- Toss the cooked linguine in the sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be served with a fresh salad for added crunch.
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the cayenne pepper amount.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 25 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
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