Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta (Printable Version)
Tender chicken and colorful peppers mingle in a rich herb butter sauce with linguine, perfect for satisfying appetites.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Cowboy Butter
01 -
115 g unsalted butter, softened
02 -
15 ml Dijon mustard
03 -
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 -
15 ml chopped fresh parsley
05 -
15 ml chopped fresh chives
06 -
10 ml fresh thyme leaves
07 -
5 ml sweet paprika
08 -
5 ml salt
09 -
Pinch of red pepper flakes
10 -
Juice and zest of half a lemon
→ Pasta and Seasoning
11 -
340 g linguine pasta
12 -
10 ml salt for pasta water
→ Chicken
13 -
6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
14 -
5 ml salt
15 -
5 ml paprika
16 -
5 ml garlic powder
17 -
2.5 ml ground black pepper
18 -
15 ml olive oil
→ Vegetables and Sauce
19 -
1 large shallot, finely diced
20 -
150 g mixed sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, orange)
21 -
4 cloves garlic, sliced
22 -
60 g prepared cowboy butter
23 -
120 ml heavy cream
24 -
20 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
25 -
30 ml finely chopped fresh parsley
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Combine butter, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, parsley, chives, thyme leaves, paprika, salt, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice and zest in a small bowl. Set aside or refrigerate until needed. Use about half of this for the dish.
02 -
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add linguine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
03 -
Cut chicken thighs into strips or bite-sized pieces. Season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
04 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Quickly sear chicken pieces for approximately 4 minutes, not cooking through completely.
05 -
Reduce heat to medium. Add diced shallot, sliced garlic, and bell peppers to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook until vegetables are softened and chicken is fully cooked.
06 -
Stir in the prepared cowboy butter. Add the cooked linguine and toss to coat thoroughly in the buttery sauce.
07 -
Pour in heavy cream, add grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Stir well and adjust seasoning to taste.
08 -
Serve immediately with lemon wedges, extra Parmesan, and optionally garlic bread on the side.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Cowboy butter can be prepared in advance and refrigerated. Reserving pasta water helps adjust sauce consistency. Season to taste.