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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Recipe

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This Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine recipe combines juicy chicken, buttery garlic sauce, and pasta for a hearty, mouthwatering meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners, this easy recipe brings a bold Western twist to your pasta night with cowboy butter flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz linguine pasta

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)

  • 4 tbsp cowboy butter (or a mix of butter, garlic, herbs, lemon, red pepper flakes)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 lemon (zest and juice)

  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook linguine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.

  • Season chicken strips with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Sear chicken strips until golden brown and fully cooked; remove from pan.

  • In the same skillet, melt cowboy butter and stir in heavy cream.

  • Add Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and juice; stir until the sauce thickens.

  • Toss cooked linguine and chicken into the sauce until evenly coated.

 

  • Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute chicken thighs for extra tenderness.

  • Adjust spice level by adding more red pepper flakes.

  • Use store-bought cowboy butter or make your own at home.

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Find it online: https://sandrarecipes.com/cowboy-butter-chicken-linguine-recipe/