Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
8 oz linguine pasta
1/4 cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the pasta: Cook linguine according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
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Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Season and cook the chicken: Add sliced chicken to the skillet. Season with paprika, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for 7-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
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Combine with pasta: Stir in lemon juice and cooked pasta. Toss everything together in the buttery sauce.
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Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth.
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Make it spicier by adding extra cayenne pepper or hot sauce to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
