Here’s a teen-friendly, easy recipe for Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce—rich, cheesy, and super comforting! 🍗🧄🍝
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
For the chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1–2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the pasta & sauce:
- 6 oz (about half a box) linguine or spaghetti
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta:
- Boil linguine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Cook until golden and fully cooked (5–7 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the creamy sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with salt & pepper.
- Combine:
- Add cooked chicken and pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Tips:
- Extra cheesy: Add more Parmesan or a little mozzarella for gooeyness.
- Veggie boost: Toss in broccoli, peas, or spinach while cooking the sauce.
- Shortcut: Use pre-cooked chicken to save 5–7 minutes.
It’s basically crispy chicken tossed in a rich, garlicky Alfredo sauce with tender pasta—comfort food at its finest! 🍝
I can also give a super quick teen-friendly version using a single pan for minimal cleanup.
Do you want me to do that?
