🍗🍝 Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce 🧄🧈
Looking for a restaurant-quality dinner you can make right in your own kitchen? This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine Alfredo is rich, comforting, and packed with irresistible flavor! 😍
Tender, golden chicken pieces meet perfectly cooked linguine, all tossed in a silky Alfredo sauce made with butter, garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese. Every forkful is creamy, savory, and delicious!
It’s the perfect meal for a cozy family dinner, a special date night, or whenever you’re craving a comforting bowl of pasta. ❤️
🛒 Ingredients
For the chicken 🍗
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the creamy Alfredo sauce 🧄
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chicken broth, if needed to adjust the consistency
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the pasta 🍝
- 12 ounces linguine
- Salt, for the pasta water
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the linguine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2. Season the chicken
Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Sear the chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for approximately 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Transfer it to a plate.
4. Make the garlic butter base
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
5. Prepare the creamy Alfredo sauce
Pour in the heavy cream and add the Italian seasoning. Stir gently and let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, then gradually stir in the Parmesan until melted and smooth. Add a little chicken broth or reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
6. Bring everything together
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained linguine and toss until every strand is coated in the creamy garlic Alfredo sauce.
7. Garnish and serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and a little freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately while the sauce is warm and velvety. 😋
💡 Tips for the Best Creamy Chicken Alfredo
✨ Use freshly grated Parmesan: It melts more smoothly and gives the sauce a richer flavor.
✨ Don’t overcook the chicken: Cut the pieces evenly so they cook at a similar rate.
✨ Keep the heat gentle: Once the cream and cheese are added, avoid boiling the sauce vigorously to help prevent separation.
✨ Save some pasta water: Its starch helps the sauce cling beautifully to the linguine.
✨ Want extra flavor? Add sautéed mushrooms, baby spinach, or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
🍽️ What to Serve With It
This creamy pasta pairs wonderfully with garlic bread, a crisp Caesar salad, roasted broccoli, or steamed green beans. A little extra Parmesan at the table makes it even more irresistible! 🥖🥗
❤️ A Comforting Dinner Worth Repeating!
Creamy garlic butter chicken and linguine Alfredo brings together tender chicken, buttery garlic, rich Parmesan, and silky pasta in one delicious dish. It’s simple enough for a weeknight but special enough to serve when you’re entertaining guests.
One bite, and this comforting homemade favorite might become a regular on your dinner menu! 🍗🍝
👇 Tell us: Do you love your Alfredo extra creamy with lots of Parmesan, or do you prefer adding mushrooms and spinach? ❤️
