Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine (Print Version)
Tender chicken and linguine in a rich, zesty cowboy butter sauce - a flavorful comfort dish perfect for family dinners.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
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8 oz linguine pasta
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper, optional
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Sauce Ingredients
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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¼ cup chicken broth
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¼ cup heavy cream
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, optional
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain.
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Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
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Melt butter in the same skillet, then add garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes. Let it simmer and thicken.
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Add chicken and pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Stir in Parmesan, parsley, and lemon juice. Adjust the consistency with reserved pasta water.
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Garnish with additional parsley and Parmesan. Serve warm.
# Additional Notes:
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To customize, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu.
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Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for additional nutrition.
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For less heat, omit cayenne and red pepper flakes.