Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine, a dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken in a rich garlic butter sauce with luscious, creamy linguine. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare, allowing you to savor a delightful dinner without spending hours in the kitchen. The zesty lemon and fresh parsley elevate the dish, making it an instant favorite for family and guests alike. Enjoy this quick and satisfying meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 8 oz linguine
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 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
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the remaining butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and juice. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter on low heat. Stir in heavy cream and garlic powder; gradually add Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked linguine with the sauce and mix well before plating with the garlic butter chicken on top. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg