Description
A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring garlic butter chicken tossed with linguine in a creamy Alfredo sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 450 g), sliced thin
- 1 teaspoon salt (for chicken)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for chicken)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 300 g linguine pasta
- 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 cups heavy cream (480 ml)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (120 ml)
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (100 g)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for sauce, or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt and cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and add remaining butter. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and milk, stir gently. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
- Return cooked chicken to skillet and coat with sauce. Add linguine and toss gently to combine.
- If needed, add reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for a smooth sauce.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Spinach, mushrooms, or peas make great additions.
- Shrimp or turkey can replace the chicken.
- Reheat gently with a splash of milk to prevent sauce separation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
