Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: Indulgent 30-Minute Delight
This delicious cowboy butter chicken linguine is not only quick but indulgent, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package directions.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add garlic.
- Add diced chicken, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until chicken is golden brown.
- Toss cooked linguine in the skillet with chicken and sauce.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Use whole grain linguine for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken, 30 Minute Dinner, Easy Pasta Recipe