Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken, creamy linguine, and a buttery sauce infused with garlic and herbs. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, this recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. With minimal prep and cook time, you can enjoy a comforting meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3β4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 24 oz)
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 lb linguine pasta
- Β½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tbsp)
- ΒΌ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook linguine until al dente according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- 2. SautΓ© chicken: In a skillet, melt half of the butter over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- 3. Add garlic and herbs: In the same skillet, add more butter if needed. SautΓ© minced garlic and oregano for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Make the sauce: Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Scrape any bits from the pan and let simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Combine: Return chicken to the skillet with chopped parsley. Toss until well coated in sauce.
- 6. Mix with pasta: Add drained linguine to the skillet, tossing gently to combine everything evenly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (290g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Substitute chicken with turkey or beef as desired. - Add your favorite veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of broth.