Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: A Creamy Comfort Food Dream

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a creamy, flavorful dish that transforms a weeknight into a culinary delight!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz Linguine Pasta can substitute with penne or fettuccine

For the Chicken

2 pcs Chicken Breasts can swap with shrimp or sausage

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Cowboy Butter homemade or store-bought
1 cup Heavy Cream can use Greek yogurt or low-fat milk
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese consider vegan cheese for dairy-free

For the Vegetables

2 cloves Garlic fresh is best
1 pcs Red Bell Pepper can substitute with spinach or mushrooms
1 cup Corn fresh or frozen

For Seasoning

1 tsp Smoked Paprika adjust to taste
1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper optional, adjust to taste
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For Garnish

1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley chopped

Equipment

Large Pot
Large Skillet
Cooking spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add linguine, and cook until al dente (9-11 minutes). Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet, melt cowboy butter and cook diced chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne.
Add the Vegetables: Incorporate minced garlic and diced bell pepper, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and remaining cowboy butter, simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken.
Add Cheese and Stir: Mix in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
Combine Pasta and Sauce: Fold in cooked linguine and corn, using reserved pasta water to adjust consistency as needed.
Final Seasoning and Serve: Adjust seasoning, serve hot, and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, don't skip the fresh herbs and adjust seasonings to personal taste. Store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer.

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