Description

Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Linguine is the weeknight pasta dish that tastes like fine dining. Think juicy chicken pieces seared in rich garlic butter, nestled over tender linguine coated in a silky Parmesan cream sauce. This easy dinner delivers the perfect mix of comfort and elegance, ready in under an hour. Whether you’re hosting or just craving indulgent food ideas, this recipe is your answer. It’s one of those must-try dinner ideas that combine easy recipe technique with flavor-packed comfort food appeal. Pair it with crusty bread and a crisp salad for a full meal everyone will love.

Ingredients

340g linguine pasta

450g boneless skinless chicken breasts

4 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

100g grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook linguine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, drain and set aside.

2. Cut chicken into strips or cubes. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.

3. Heat olive oil and half the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

4. In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt remaining butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

5. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir in grated Parmesan until smooth. Add pasta water as needed to thin sauce.

6. Return chicken to skillet, add linguine, and toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.

7. Top with parsley and extra cheese if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.

Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 280g)
Calories: 625
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 710mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 125mg

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