Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine
Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine is a delightful culinary creation that brings together tender chicken pieces coated in a rich garlic butter sauce and served over smooth, creamy linguine. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and elegant gatherings, showcasing an irresistible combination of flavors that everyone will love. With just 25 minutes of preparation time, you can present a meal that feels gourmet without the hassle. Its vibrant taste, paired with a warm, comforting texture, ensures this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
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)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown (about 5-6 minutes).
- Stir in remaining butter, garlic, lemon zest, and juice; simmer for 2 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add heavy cream and garlic powder; stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Toss cooked linguine in the creamy sauce until fully coated.
- Serve linguine topped with garlic butter chicken and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg