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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta
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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a delightful fusion of bold flavors and comforting textures that promises to satisfy your cravings. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken cooked in a smoky spice blend, tossed with linguine pasta and enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes, filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas that will have everyone asking for seconds. With its customizable ingredients and hearty appeal, it’s bound to become a staple in your home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken slices with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
  2. Cook linguine in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and parsley; simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat. Gradually add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Slice cooked chicken and mix back into the dish.
  5. Serve warm with fresh parsley and enjoy!

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