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Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

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Juicy chicken tossed with linguine in a garlicky, herby cowboy butter sauce with lemon, Dijon, and a touch of heat. Quick, flavorful, and indulgent.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz linguine or long pasta
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for cooking chicken)
  • 4 tbsp butter (for cowboy butter sauce)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook linguine in salted water until al dente; reserve some pasta water and drain the rest.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; sear in a skillet with olive oil until golden and cooked through; set aside.
  3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, and zest; stir in chopped herbs and adjust seasoning.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, then toss in cooked linguine with a splash of reserved pasta water to combine.
  6. Finish with extra herbs, Parmesan, and a squeeze of lemon if desired; serve immediately.

Notes

  • Add spinach or arugula for greens.
  • Include roasted cherry tomatoes for sweetness.
  • Substitute shrimp for chicken for a seafood version.
  • For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of cream or cream cheese.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of water or broth.

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