Here’s a Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce recipe—rich, comforting, and perfect for a cozy dinner.
🍗 Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce
Serves: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
🧾 Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp dried Italian seasoning (optional)
For the Alfredo Sauce:
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
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1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
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1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup (50 g) shredded mozzarella cheese (optional for extra creaminess)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
For the Linguine:
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8 oz (225 g) linguine pasta
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Salt (for pasta water)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the pasta
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook linguine according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the chicken
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While the pasta is cooking, season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 75°C / 165°F).
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Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips or bite-sized pieces.
3️⃣ Make the Alfredo sauce
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add heavy cream and milk, stirring until combined.
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Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese and mozzarella (if using), and continue stirring until the sauce is smooth and thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
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Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (optional).
4️⃣ Combine everything
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Add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
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Add the sliced chicken and toss again to combine.
5️⃣ Serve
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Serve the creamy garlic butter chicken and linguine hot, garnished with extra Parmesan, fresh parsley, or cracked black pepper if desired.
🔥 Tips
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For extra flavor, you can add sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the Alfredo sauce.
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If you like your sauce a bit thicker, let it simmer longer or add a splash of pasta cooking water to loosen it up.
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You can also use rotisserie chicken to save time if you’re in a hurry.
If you’d like, I can also give you a garlic bread recipe to pair with this dish or a lighter version of the Alfredo sauce. Would you like that?