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Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine in 30 Minutes

Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine in 30 Minutes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, crafted to perfection in just 30 minutes. This creamy pasta dish combines tender chicken with a rich garlic butter sauce, elevated by zesty lemon and fresh herbs. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s a family-friendly recipe that is both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves four

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 ounces linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the linguine in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté garlic with paprika for about a minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth; simmer gently.
  5. Add heavy cream and half of the chopped parsley to the skillet; cook until slightly thickened (about 2 minutes).
  6. Return chicken to the pan along with cooked linguine and parmesan cheese; toss to combine.
  7. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary. Garnish with remaining parsley before serving.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 340g)
  • Calories: 630
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg
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