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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances the rich flavors of succulent chicken and a creamy garlic butter sauce. This one-skillet wonder brings together tender linguine, spiced chicken, and a zesty sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or warm garlic bread for a complete meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)

Instructions

  1. Season sliced chicken with spices. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
  2. In a pot of salted boiling water, cook linguine as per package instructions until al dente, then drain.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic. Stir in mustard, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and seasonings; let simmer.
  4. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet and add sliced chicken. Toss everything together.
  5. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
  • Calories: 610
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 33g
  • Saturated Fat: 19g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 57g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg
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