Description
A delightful dish that blends creamy flavors with a kick of spice, making it an instant favorite. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or weekend family gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain it and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chili flakes, and smoked paprika; cook until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and no longer pink in the center.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the cooked linguine and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the pasta is well coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Pair with a crisp side salad or garlic bread. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, cowboy butter, chicken, creamy, easy dinner