Here’s a clear, step-by-step Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce recipe—rich, comforting, and easy to make at home 🍝🧄
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine Alfredo
Serves 4
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced)
- Salt & black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Pasta
- 12 oz linguine
- Salt for pasta water
Alfredo Sauce
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Salt & black pepper
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley
- Extra Parmesan
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook linguine until al dente.
- Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Cook the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Alfredo Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer (do not boil).
- Add Parmesan, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.
4. Combine
- Add linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat.
- Add pasta water as needed for a silky texture.
- Slice chicken and return to skillet, mixing gently.
5. Serve
- Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and red pepper flakes.
- Serve hot.
Helpful Tips
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoother than pre-shredded.
- Keep heat low once cheese is added to avoid grainy sauce.
- Add mushrooms, spinach, or broccoli for variety.
If you want, I can also share a one-pan version, lighter Alfredo, or shrimp & chicken combo recipe.
