Cowboy Butter Linguine (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 oz of linguine pasta
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2 skinless chicken breasts (boneless)
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2 tablespoons of butter
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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A teaspoon of smoky paprika
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½ teaspoon crushed red chili flakes (adjust as preferred)
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A teaspoon of Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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½ cup of chicken stock
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½ cup of thick cream
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½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper, as needed
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2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
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Heat a big pot of water with a pinch of salt till it boils. Cook the linguine, following package directions, until it’s just firm. Drain it after keeping ½ cup of that pasta water aside, then set the linguine to the side.
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Sprinkle the chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili flakes. Warm up olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side till done. Let it rest after removing from the pan, then cut it into smaller pieces.
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Turn the heat to medium and let some butter melt in the same pan. Toss in the minced garlic and stir it around until you can smell it, which should take half a minute. Add in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chicken broth while scraping any bits off the skillet’s bottom. Let it bubble for 2-3 minutes.
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Stir in the heavy cream and let the mixture simmer for another 2 minutes to let it thicken just a little. Melt the Parmesan cheese by stirring it in. If needed, add some of the reserved pasta water to get the right texture.
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Throw the chicken slices back into the pan alongside the pasta. Give it all a good toss so the sauce covers everything. Let this warm up for another minute or two.
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Take the pan off the heat, sprinkle parsley over everything, and serve right away with extra Parmesan sprinkled on top.
# Notes:
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For an added twist, throw in some sautéed mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes while making the sauce.
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If linguine isn’t available, swap it for spaghetti, fettuccine, or your favorite kind of pasta!
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Any leftovers can be kept in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 72 hours.