Ingredients: |
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut crosswise in half 1 Tbs olive oil 4 Tbs unsalted butter, divided 1 lb linguine 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups half and half Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 Tbs chopped fresh parsley leaves For the seasoning: 2 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp dried basil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Directions: |
Directions:1. To make the seasoning, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano and basil in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
2. In a gallon size Ziploc bag, add chicken, olive oil and paprika mixture, shaking to coat thoroughly.
3. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Set aside and keep warm.
4. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
5. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet. Add garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in half and half until slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6. Stir in pasta and gently toss to combine. Add back the chicken and garnish with parsley. |