Description

Turn up the flavor with this bold, buttery Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine. A perfect blend of garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and smoked paprika melts into tender seared chicken and pasta. It’s easy to make, packed with spice and comfort, and a stellar pick for quick dinner ideas or hearty food ideas that the whole family will love. Whether you’re looking for a weeknight meal or something to impress guests, this easy recipe delivers big on both taste and simplicity.

Ingredients

200g linguine pasta

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

4 tablespoons butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the linguine until al dente, then drain and set aside. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.

2. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken with salt and pepper until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter, garlic, Dijon, lemon juice, paprika, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir until fragrant and combined.

4. Return chicken to the skillet. Add linguine and toss everything together. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.

5. Stir in fresh parsley. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to save time—just skip searing and warm it in the sauce.

Stir in a splash of heavy cream for a creamier twist.

Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 15
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 580
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 460mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: quick dinner, easy recipe, pasta dish, chicken pasta, garlic butter, weeknight dinner, cowboy butter recipe