Ingredients
– 8 ounces linguine pasta
– 1 pound chicken breast, diced
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to prepare your Quick and Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine:
1. Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the linguine according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside when done.
2. Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the diced chicken breast. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
3. Prepare the Cowboy Butter Sauce: Reduce the heat to low. Add the butter to the skillet, then toss in the minced garlic. Stir until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Combine Ingredients: Pour in the lemon juice, stirring to combine with the chicken and butter sauce.
5. Mix in the Pasta: Add the drained linguine to the skillet. Toss well to coat the pasta in the cowboy butter sauce and mix with the chicken.
6. Final Seasoning: Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
7. Serve: Once everything is well mixed and heated through, remove from the heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 19g
- Protein: 38g