Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine
Indulge in the delightful experience of Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine, a dish that combines tender chicken with a rich garlic butter sauce and creamy linguine. This quick and comforting recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, features the aromatic flavors of garlic and lemon, elevating every bite into a culinary delight. With its family-friendly appeal, this dish is sure to impress both kids and adults alike, making it a go-to option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- 8 oz linguine
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown.
- Add remaining butter, garlic, lemon zest, and juice to the skillet; stir until fragrant.
- In another saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over low heat; stir in heavy cream and garlic powder. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until smooth; season to taste.
- Toss linguine with the creamy sauce until well-coated.
- Serve plated linguine topped with garlic butter chicken and garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg