Description
Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, buttery garlic sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked linguine. This delightful recipe is not only simple to prepare but also perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. With its enticing aroma and vibrant presentation, it will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and finely chop the garlic.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; add linguine and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in remaining butter, red pepper flakes, and parsley; coat the chicken thoroughly.
- Toss cooked linguine into the skillet; mix well over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 375g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg