Description
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a deliciously rich and savory pasta dish featuring tender, seasoned chicken pieces cooked in a buttery garlic sauce with Worcestershire and Dijon mustard, combined with Parmesan and cream to create a luxurious coating over perfectly cooked linguine. This comforting meal comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner for four.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and season them evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Combine sauce ingredients: Stir in Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard, then pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and well combined.
- Toss chicken and linguine: Return the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet, tossing them gently to coat with the creamy sauce. Add the drained linguine to the skillet and carefully mix until the pasta is fully coated with the sauce.
- Serve: Plate the creamy cowboy butter chicken linguine immediately and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
Notes
- For best results, do not overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for optimal flavor and a smooth sauce consistency.
- You can substitute linguine with fettuccine or spaghetti if desired.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt, depending on your Parmesan’s saltiness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to avoid curdling the cream.
