Chicken Lazone

Step 1 -Combine the paprika, the garlic powder, the onion powder, the cayenne pepper, the oregano, the basil, the salt, and the pepper in a small bowl.

Step 2 -In a gallon-size resealable plastic bag, add the chicken pieces, the olive oil, and the seasoning mixture and shake to thoroughly coat.

Step 3 -Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4 -Add the chicken pieces to the butter and cook, flipping once, until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer them to a plate and keep warm.

Step 5 -In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine to al dente according to the package instructions. Drain well.

Step 6 -Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet.

Step 7 -Add the garlic to the butter and cook, stirring frequently, until it is fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 8 -Gradually whisk the half-and-half into the garlic butter until the sauce thickens slightly, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 9 -Season the sauce with the salt and the pepper.

Step 10 -Stir the linguine into the sauce and gently toss to combine.

Step 11 -Serve the linguine immediately with the cooked chicken and garnished with the parsley.