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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe

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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine combines tender chicken breast with a zesty, garlicky cowboy butter sauce tossed in linguine for a bold, creamy dinner recipe. Perfect for spice lovers and quick weeknight meals. This pasta dish is loaded with fresh herbs, lemon, and a hint of chili heat, making it irresistibly flavorful and comforting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced

  • 8 oz linguine pasta

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

  • 1/2 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 tbsp chives, chopped

  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

  • Optional: extra lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook linguine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. Cook chicken: In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add chicken slices, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  3. Make cowboy butter: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Stir in garlic, mustard, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, paprika, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.

  4. Combine: Add cooked chicken back to skillet. Toss in drained linguine and stir until well coated.

  5. Finish & serve: Add parsley, chives, and parmesan. Stir and serve hot with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing chili flakes.

  • You can substitute linguine with spaghetti or fettuccine.

  • For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream before combining everything.

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