Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce

You’re going for full-on comfort food mode here — and it’s a good choice.Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce combines juicy, pan-seared chicken in garlic butter with silky, cheesy Alfredo-coated linguine. It’s rich, garlicky, and perfect for a cozy dinner.

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🍗🍝 Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine Alfredo

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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)

🍗 For the Garlic Butter Chicken:

• 2 large chicken breasts, sliced horizontally into cutlets (or use thighs)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

• Optional: splash of lemon juice or white wine to deglaze

🍝 For the Alfredo Linguine:

• 8 oz linguine (or fettuccine)

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Optional: ½ tsp Italian seasoning or fresh parsley

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🔪 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Linguine

• Boil in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.

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2️⃣ Make the Chicken

1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add chicken and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).

3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic, spooning it over the chicken as it melts (1–2 minutes).

4. Optional: deglaze with a splash of lemon juice or wine.

5. Remove chicken and keep warm. Slice before serving, if desired.

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3️⃣ Make the Alfredo Sauce

1. In the same pan (or clean one), melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.

2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

3. Stir in cream, bring to a gentle simmer (don’t boil).

4. Add Parmesan a little at a time, stirring until smooth and creamy.

5. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs if using.

6. Toss in cooked linguine. Add pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.

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4️⃣ Assemble

• Plate the creamy Alfredo linguine.

• Top with sliced garlic butter chicken.

• Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and a touch of cracked black pepper.

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✅ Tips

• Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt (avoid pre-shredded).

• Want extra richness? Stir a tablespoon of cream cheese into the sauce.

• Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or broccoli to bulk it up.

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Would you like a one-pan version, a baked casserole twist, or a lightened-up Alfredo sauce?