Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce is a blissful blend of tender chicken, perfectly cooked linguine, and a rich, garlic-infused Alfredo sauce. This comforting dish envelops you in warmth with every bite, making it ideal for both cozy weeknight dinners and special gatherings. Simple to prepare yet packed with flavor, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to savor a delightful culinary experience that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add linguine, and cook until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- 2. Cook the chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for about 6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- 3. Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Make the Alfredo sauce: Slowly add heavy cream while stirring continuously. Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- 5. Combine: Slice chicken into strips and return to the skillet along with drained linguine. Toss to coat well with the sauce.
- 6. Serve: Plate the dish with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg