Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine
Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, creamy butter sauce, and perfectly cooked linguine that brings comfort to any meal. This easy weeknight recipe infuses cowboy cuisine with Italian flair, creating a dish that’s bursting with flavor and sure to impress family and friends. With aromatic garlic and fresh basil, each bite is a reminder of cozy dinners at home. Ready in under 30 minutes, this pasta dish will quickly become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American/Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add linguine, and cook until al dente as per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in soy sauce, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Slice the chicken into strips, return it to the skillet along with the cooked linguine, and toss everything together in the sauce on low heat until well-coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg