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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: A Rich, Flavorful, and Surprisingly Easy Pasta Dish


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  • Author: Jessica

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Learn how to make this incredibly delicious Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine! This detailed recipe features tender chicken, a creamy, garlicky, and herb-infused sauce, and perfectly cooked linguine. Get step-by-step instructions, variations, and a comprehensive FAQ. Includes a recipe for Cowboy Butter.


Ingredients

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For the Pasta:

  • 8 ounces linguine
  • Salt (for pasta water)

For the Chicken:

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch bites
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) Cowboy Butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

For Garnish:

  • Lemon slices
  • Chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Cook the Linguine:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions, or until al dente.
  3. Drain the pasta and set aside.

2. Cook the Chicken:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken bites to the skillet in a single layer.
  3. Season evenly with paprika, garlic salt, kosher salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, or until golden brown.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons of the Cowboy Butter to the skillet.
  6. Flip the chicken pieces and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  7. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Cover to keep warm.

3. Make the Sauce:

  1. Reduce the heat to low.
  2. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of Cowboy Butter, heavy cream, garlic salt, and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet.
  3. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  4. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

4. Combine and Serve:

  1. Add the cooked linguine and chicken to the skillet with the sauce.
  2. Toss gently to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice.
  4. Garnish with lemon slices and chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Serve immediately.
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