Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine
Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Linguine is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken and a rich garlic butter sauce, served over luscious linguine. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. The zesty combination of lemon and garlic enhances the creamy pasta, making it an irresistible choice for family dinners. With minimal cleanup and hearty portions, this meal guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
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
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat 2 tbsp of butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown (5-6 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, lemon zest, and juice to the skillet; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, melt remaining butter, stir in heavy cream and garlic powder, then gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Toss the cooked linguine with the Parmesan sauce until well coated.
- Serve linguine topped with garlic butter chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg