Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: The Indulgent Twist You’ll Love
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delicious and rich dish that blends the flavors of cowboy butter with tender chicken and perfectly cooked linguine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound linguine
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 4 tablespoons cowboy butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the cowboy butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season the chicken thighs with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Once the chicken is cooked, slice it into strips and return to the skillet.
- Add the cooked linguine and toss everything together over low heat.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be served with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: Cowboy Butter, Chicken, Linguine, Pasta, Indulgent, Recipe