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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

Born out of a busy evening and an almost-empty fridge, Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine combines tender chicken, rich Cajun-spiced butter sauce, and creamy linguine in one quick and bold-flavored dish your whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: American
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz linguine
  • 2 chicken breasts cubed
  • 4 tbsp butter divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
  3. Add cubed chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  7. Add cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a dash of smoked paprika or a squeeze of lemon zest before serving. Great with garlic bread or a side salad.