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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

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A delightful fusion of creamy sauces and tender chicken, Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is perfect for quick family dinners and entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 ounces linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil the linguine according to package directions in salted water, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes for about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth, gently scraping browned bits from the pan.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and half of the chopped parsley, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  6. Return chicken to the pan, then add cooked linguine and Parmesan cheese, tossing to coat evenly.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with remaining parsley and additional Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

For gluten-free options, use gluten-free pasta. Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.

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