Description
Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich, buttery garlic sauce and creamy Parmesan linguine. This flavorful meal is not only quick to prepare but also perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to special gatherings. The aromatic blend of garlic and lemon elevates the taste of the chicken, while the creamy pasta provides a comforting base that will leave everyone wanting more. Plus, with easy cleanup, you can enjoy your meal without the stress of extensive dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 8 oz linguine
- 3 tbsp butter (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat and cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown (5-6 minutes).
- Add remaining butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and juice to the skillet; simmer for about 12 minutes.
- In another saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over low heat; stir in heavy cream and garlic powder. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Toss linguine in the creamy sauce until fully coated.
- Serve by plating the linguine first, topped with garlic butter chicken and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider including spinach or sun-dried tomatoes. If you're looking for dairy-free options, substitute plant-based butter and nutritional yeast for Parmesan cheese.