Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Linguine Alfredo
Rich, creamy, and packed with garlic butter flavor, this comforting chicken linguine Alfredo is the perfect dinner for busy nights or cozy weekends. Tender juicy chicken, silky Parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta come together in one irresistible dish everyone will love!
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces linguine pasta
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Season the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes over low heat.
Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the Alfredo sauce.
Add the cooked linguine and mix everything together until the pasta is fully coated.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
Serving Suggestion
Serve hot with garlic bread or a fresh green salad for the ultimate comforting family dinner.
Creamy, cheesy, buttery, and absolutely delicious — this Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo Linguine will quickly become a favorite!
