Description
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a creamy, flavorful pasta dish that combines tender chicken and rich buttery sauce for an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for weeknight meals or special gatherings, this dish brings comfort to your table with its delightful textures and vibrant colors. Gather your favorite people, and let the laughter flow as you savor every bite of this mouthwatering creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add seasoned chicken breasts and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked fettuccine. Gradually add reserved pasta water while mixing until everything is coated in the creamy sauce. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1¾ cups)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 135mg