Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine Delight Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz linguine pasta
• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 4 tablespoons cowboy butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Cook the Linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
2. Prepare the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of cowboy butter. Add the diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the remaining cowboy butter. Once melted, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
4. Create the Cream Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the onion and garlic. Add the Italian seasoning, mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
5. Combine Everything: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Then, toss in the drained linguine, mixing well to coat the pasta with the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
6. Serve: Once everything is well-mixed and heated through, remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Garnish and Enjoy: Serve the dish warm, topped with the remaining Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color.