Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine
Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is the perfect solution for a busy weeknight dinner that your whole family will love. This dish combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy butter sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked linguine for a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes. The delightful flavors of garlic and lemon elevate this comforting dish, making it suitable for any occasion—from casual family dinners to special gatherings. Best of all, many of the ingredients are pantry staples, allowing you to whip up this delicious meal without any fuss. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this quick and easy culinary delight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package directions in salted water. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for one minute. Stir in lemon juice and reserved pasta water.
- Pour in heavy cream and half of the parsley; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked chicken and linguine to the sauce along with parmesan cheese. Toss until well coated.
- Garnish with remaining parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg