🍋 Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Linguine

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This creamy, buttery chicken linguine is bursting with flavor from fresh parsley, zesty lemon, and Parmesan cheese — all tied together with a rich, velvety sauce. A quick and satisfying one-pan meal!

🕒 Time & Servings

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

  • Total Time: 30 minutes

  • Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients

🔹 Main Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed

  • 8 oz linguine pasta

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

🔹 Seasonings

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

🔹 Sauce Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ¼ cup chicken broth

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine until al dente according to package instructions.
Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Chicken

Season the cubed chicken with:
→ Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper.

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter.
Add chicken and sauté until golden brown and fully cooked through (about 6–8 minutes).
Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Make the Sauce

In the same skillet, melt the ½ cup butter over medium heat.
Stir in:
→ Garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Combine Everything

Add the cooked chicken and linguine to the skillet.
Toss everything together until well coated in sauce.
Mix in the Parmesan, parsley, and lemon juice.

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.

5. Serve & Garnish

Garnish with extra parsley and grated Parmesan.
Serve warm and enjoy your restaurant-quality pasta at home! 🍝

💡 Tips & Variations

  • For extra flavor, use grilled chicken or shrimp instead.

  • Lemon zest can add an even brighter citrus note.

  • Add veggies like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for a more colorful plate.

  • Want it spicier? Crank up the cayenne or add hot sauce to taste.

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