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Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine

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A comforting yet special dish featuring tender chicken and linguine coated in a buttery garlic-lemon sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add a tablespoon of butter, and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken and let it rest.
  3. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the linguine until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
  4. Add the remaining butter, garlic, and red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring until fragrant.
  5. Mix in lemon juice and zest, toss in the drained pasta, and combine well, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  6. Slice the chicken and place it on the pasta. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, use fresh herbs if available. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for desired heat level.

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