Cowboy Creamy Chicken Linguine with Sweet Bell Peppers

• porsjoner: Servings: 4
• aktiv tid: 10mins
• total tid: 30mins

Ingredienser

12 oz linguine pasta

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into strips

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp olive oil

5 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 cup heavy cream

¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley (plus more for garnish)

Fremgangsmåte

Cook the Pasta:

Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Sear the Chicken:

Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 6–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Sauté the Peppers & Garlic:

In the same skillet, melt butter.

Add minced garlic, bell peppers, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Sauté 3–4 minutes until tender and fragrant.

Build the Sauce:

Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, and heavy cream.

Simmer 3–4 minutes, then stir in Parmesan until melted and creamy.

Toss and Serve:

Add cooked linguine and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything to coat in the sauce.

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Rich, creamy, and bursting with color and flavor—this cowboy-style chicken pasta brings the heat and the comfort. 🤠🔥🍝🧄🫑