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Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Linguine Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Golden Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Linguine is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender, seared chicken with a rich garlic butter cream sauce tossed with freshly grated Parmesan and perfectly cooked linguine. The dish is enhanced with a touch of red pepper flakes and fresh parsley for a balanced taste that’s perfect for a satisfying family dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Pasta

  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized chunks and season generously with salt and black pepper to ensure the meat is flavorful throughout.
  2. Heat the skillet: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and heat the olive oil until shimmering, preparing it for searing the chicken.
  3. Sear the chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the hot skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 6–8 minutes, giving the chicken a nice crust and locking in juices.
  4. Remove chicken: Transfer the seared chicken to a plate and set aside temporarily to make the sauce without overcooking the meat.
  5. Prepare garlic butter sauce: Reduce the heat to medium, add the butter to the same pan, and stir in the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, approximately 1–2 minutes, to infuse the butter with garlic flavor.
  6. Add cream and parmesan: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and continue mixing until the sauce thickens, about 3–5 minutes, creating a creamy, cheesy base.
  7. Cook linguine: While the sauce is thickening, cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and reserve 1 cup of pasta water for adjusting sauce consistency.
  8. Combine components: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the cream sauce. Toss in the cooked linguine and combine all ingredients thoroughly, ensuring the pasta is coated in the rich sauce.
  9. Adjust sauce consistency: Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce to your desired thickness, allowing the sauce to cling nicely to the pasta and chicken.
  10. Finish and serve: Sprinkle the dish with fresh chopped parsley and red pepper flakes for freshness and a mild kick. Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or breasts for leaner protein.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to taste based on preferred spice level.
  • Reserve pasta water carefully as it helps achieve the perfect sauce consistency.
  • Grate fresh Parmesan for the best flavor; pre-grated cheese may affect sauce texture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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