Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a flavor-packed pasta adventure that combines the rich, decadent flavors of cowboy butter and succulent chicken, all wrapped in lush linguine. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner, itβs a delightful dish with a kick of spice, making it a must-try for pasta lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 4 tablespoons cowboy butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of the pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of cowboy butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sautΓ© for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the remaining cowboy butter and red pepper flakes, mixing well to create a rich sauce.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss to coat evenly, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is achieved. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients whenever possible to enhance the overall flavor.
- Meal prep is an excellent way to minimize last-minute kitchen stress.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of water or broth as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg