Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Author: Arwa Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Pasta Cuisine: American Diet: None

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces linguine
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup freshly chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
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Instructions

  1. Cook the linguine according to package instructions, then drain and set aside, keeping it warm.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it shimmers.
  3. Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper; sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, stirring often.
  5. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they start to soften and burst.
  6. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to combine.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
  8. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top and more cracked pepper if desired.

Notes

  1. Reserve a little pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. This dish is forgiving, so you can adjust the seasonings and ingredients according to your taste.