Description
A cozy, creamy butter garlic sauce envelops tender chicken and linguine for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and season with paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked linguine and toss to combine with the chicken and sauce.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh parsley.
- Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is juicy and tender to avoid dryness. Adjust red pepper flakes for spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, comfort food, quick meal, creamy sauce