How long does this dish take to make?

With the prep and cook time, Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine stays around 30 minutes for a mother-friendly weeknight dinner.

Can I make this dairy-free or lighter?

Use lighter cream substitutes or half-and-half and omit the parmesan to reduce fat; you’ll still get a creamy result.

Is this halal-friendly as written?

Yes—the Worcestershire sauce included is halal-certified, and all other ingredients align with halal guidelines for Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine.

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: 3 Creamy Zesty Bold Dinner.

Name: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: 3 Creamy Zesty Bold Dinner.
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 8 oz linguine pasta; 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tbsp garlic, minced; 1 tsp paprika; ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional); 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 4 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (halal-certified); ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; ½ cup heavy cream

Description

Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine: Creamy, zesty pasta dish with bold cowboy butter flavor—perfect for fast weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz linguine pasta
2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
4 tbsp butter
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (halal-certified)
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

Cook the linguine in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sauté until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic, red chili flakes, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and chopped parsley. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the cream and parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
Return chicken to the skillet, then add cooked linguine. Toss everything together until coated in the cowboy butter sauce.
Serve hot with extra parsley or cheese on top if desired.

Notes

Worcestershire sauce used is halal-certified.
Adjust red chili flakes to taste for heat.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
For more greens, fold in sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
Leftovers refrigerate well for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Pasta
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving

Keywords: Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine, creamy chicken pasta, garlic butter sauce, lemon, Parmesan