Creamy Zesty Chicken Pasta Dish (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 8 ounces linguine

→ Chicken

02 - 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch bites
03 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
04 - ½ teaspoon paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic salt
06 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon pepper

→ Sauce

08 - ¼ cup cowboy butter, divided
09 - ¾ cup heavy cream
10 - 1 teaspoon garlic salt
11 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 - ½ teaspoon lemon juice
13 - lemon slices, for garnish
14 - parsley, chopped for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain pasta and set aside.
02 - Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer, season with paprika, garlic salt, salt, and pepper. Cook 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
03 - Add 2 tablespoons cowboy butter to the skillet. Flip chicken pieces and cook until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 3-4 minutes.
04 - Remove chicken from pan onto a plate and tent to keep warm.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Add remaining cowboy butter, heavy cream, garlic salt, and red pepper flakes. Scrape up brown bits and stir until butter melts.
06 - Add cooked linguine and chicken back to skillet, toss in sauce. Add lemon juice and stir. Garnish with lemon slices before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, use freshly made cowboy butter
02 - Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days