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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

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A quick and flavorful dish that combines hearty chicken with a creamy, buttery sauce enveloping every strand of linguine, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Begin by chopping the garlic and fresh parsley. Bring a pot of salted water to boil for the linguine.
  2. Cook the linguine: Add the linguine to the boiling water. Cook until al dente, reserving about a cup of the pasta water before draining.
  3. Sear the chicken: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt half of the unsalted butter. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Add the flavor: Toss in the minced garlic, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until the garlic is fragrant, about one minute.
  5. Create the creamy sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and add the remaining butter. Stir and let it simmer until it thickens slightly.
  6. Combine and serve: Toss in the drained linguine, adding reserved pasta water gradually to reach your desired sauce consistency. Finish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a lighter option, swap butter for olive oil. Serve in deep pasta bowls with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice.

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