Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine in 30 Minutes
A quick and delicious recipe for Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine that can be prepared in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to combine with the chicken and butter sauce.
- Sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes, if using, before serving.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the butter sauce before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter, Chicken Linguine, easy dinner, quick recipes, 30 minute meals