Description
Creamy Cowboy Chicken Linguine is a flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and a blend of spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well.
- Add corn and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the cooked linguine and sliced chicken to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels according to your preference.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Cowboy Chicken Linguine, pasta, chicken, creamy sauce, dinner