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Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Indulge in creamy Garlic Butter Chicken with Cheesy Parmesan Linguine. Quick 30-minute recipe with rich flavors perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Explore now.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 670
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 lb linguine pasta
  • 6 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring Cups/Spoons

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the linguine until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. Toss chicken cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt another 2 tablespoons of butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for a minute. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer, then add Parmesan cheese until thickened. Return the chicken to coat.
  5. In another skillet, melt 6 tablespoons of butter, add garlic, pour in heavy cream, and whisk in Parmesan. Adjust the sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
  6. Add cooked linguine to the creamy sauce, mix well, and serve topped with Garlic Parmesan Chicken and garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh chives.

Nutrition

Calories: 670kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 40gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute linguine with spaghetti or fettuccine for variety. You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream or swap chicken for shrimp for a different twist. For a lighter dish, try using olive oil instead of butter. Make sure to always taste while cooking to balance flavors! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, or freeze for up to two months. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.
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