Oh yes… now we’re talking ultimate comfort food vibes 😋🍝🐔. Creamy garlic butter chicken with linguine in Alfredo sauce is rich, indulgent, and surprisingly simple to make at home. Here’s a step-by-step recipe:
Ingredients (serves 4)
For the Chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts (or 3 small), sliced into strips or cubes
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional, classic touch)
For the Pasta:
- 300–350g linguine or fettuccine
- Salt for the pasta water
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley
- Extra Parmesan
Instructions
- Cook the pasta:
- Boil linguine in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
- Cook the chicken:
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
- Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden and fully cooked (~6–8 min depending on thickness). Remove from pan and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn!).
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
- Combine:
- Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Heat gently for 1–2 minutes until everything is hot and well combined.
- Serve:
- Plate the pasta, sprinkle with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Optional: drizzle a little garlic butter over the top for extra indulgence.
💡 Tips:
- For an extra creamy sauce, add a splash of cream cheese or mascarpone.
- You can toss in sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes for a veggie boost.
- Make sure the chicken isn’t overcooked—tender, juicy bites make all the difference.
If you want, I can also give you a one-pan version that minimizes washing up and cooks the chicken and sauce together with the pasta—super quick and still decadent.
Do you want me to do that?
