Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a creamy, flavorful dish that transforms dinner into a delightful experience. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for family meals or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Linguine pasta
- Unsalted butter
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Heavy cream
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook linguine until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook seasoned chicken until golden brown.
- 3. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- 4. Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, simmering for 5 minutes until thickened.
- 5. Combine: Add cooked linguine, remaining butter, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Toss to coat evenly.
- 6. Serve: Plate the pasta hot, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For protein variations, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu. - Incorporate fresh herbs like basil for added flavor. - Ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking for even doneness.