Creating your Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is as enjoyable as eating it! Just follow these simple steps to bring this amazing dish to life:

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the Chicken: While the pasta cooks, slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season them with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, and oregano.

3. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

5. Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring to combine with the garlic and butter. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

6. Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing well to coat it with the creamy sauce.

7. Incorporate Pasta: Add the drained linguine to the skillet, tossing gently to ensure the pasta is well coated in the sauce.

8. Finish: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.

9. Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.

10. Serve: Transfer your Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine to serving plates, spooning extra creamy sauce over the top.