Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delightful dish that transforms a simple meal into an extraordinary experience. Featuring tender chicken coated in a rich, buttery garlic sauce and paired with perfectly cooked linguine, this recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, it’s easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 2 tsp Italian herb blend (oregano and basil)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spice level)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the linguine: Boil salted water in a large pot, add linguine, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Ensure it's cooked through.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes; stir until combined.
- Combine: Add drained linguine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat with sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Finish: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve immediately with extra cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg