Description

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort meal: Cheesy Alfredo Linguine with Golden Garlic Butter Chicken in Creamy Sauce. This restaurant-quality dish is loaded with tender chicken seared in garlic butter, creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked linguine. Whether you’re searching for quick dinner ideas, easy recipes, or delicious food ideas for weeknight meals, this pasta hits every mark with its flavor, texture, and irresistible creaminess. It’s the perfect blend of hearty and heavenly, sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

12 oz linguine pasta

2 large chicken breasts

2 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest.

2. Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sautée garlic for 1 minute. Pour in cream and simmer. Add Parmesan and whisk until smooth.

4. Toss cooked linguine in the Alfredo sauce. Adjust consistency with pasta water if needed.

5. Slice the chicken and serve on top of the pasta. Garnish with extra cheese and black pepper.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor—pre-shredded doesn’t melt as smoothly.

Reheat leftovers with a splash of milk or cream to maintain the creamy consistency.

Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 20
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 620
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 140mg

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