Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine 

Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, a dish that combines tender chicken, al dente linguine, and a creamy, zesty butter sauce. Inspired by the bold flavors of cowboy butter a compound butter infused with garlic, herbs, and spices this pasta dish brings a touch of the Wild West to your dinner table. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a weeknight meal that feels special.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon garlic salt

• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Cowboy Butter Sauce:

• ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup heavy cream

• 1 teaspoon garlic salt

• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

• ½ teaspoon lemon juice

• Lemon slices, for garnish

• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

For the Pasta:

• 8 ounces linguine pasta

Directions

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

   • Add the linguine and cook until al dente according to package instructions.

   • Drain pasta and set aside.

2. Prepare the Chicken:

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

   • Add chicken in a single layer, season with paprika, garlic salt, salt, and pepper.

   • Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

   • Flip chicken pieces and cook until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 3-4 minutes.

   • Remove chicken from pan and set aside.

3. Make the Cowboy Butter Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, reduce heat to low.

   • Add remaining cowboy butter, heavy cream, garlic salt, and red pepper flakes.

   • Scrape up brown bits from the pan and stir until butter melts.

4. Combine and Serve:

   • Add cooked linguine and chicken back to skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.

   • Add lemon juice and stir to combine.

   • Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 761 kcal

• Protein: 45g

• Carbohydrates: 45g

• Fat: 35g

• Saturated Fat: 15g

• Cholesterol: 85mg

• Sodium: 800mg

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 3g