Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce

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⭐ Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce — The Ultimate Comfort Dinner

If you’re looking for a cozy, restaurant-style dinner that feels indulgent yet easy enough for a weeknight, this Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce is exactly what you need. Tender, juicy bites of seasoned chicken cooked in rich garlic butter, then tossed with silky homemade Alfredo sauce and perfectly cooked linguine — this dish is pure comfort in every bite.

This pasta is creamy, savory, luxurious, and absolutely irresistible. Whether you’re cooking for family, impressing dinner guests, or treating yourself to a satisfying meal, this recipe will become a go-to favorite.

🍗 Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

For the Alfredo Pasta

  • 12 oz linguine
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional: Fresh parsley & extra Parmesan for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Chicken

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until lightly golden, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic. Cook another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Remove chicken and set aside.

2️⃣ Make Alfredo Sauce

  1. In the same pan, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
  2. Pour in heavy cream and stir regularly.
  3. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
  4. Stir in Parmesan cheese until sauce becomes silky and creamy.

3️⃣ Cook the Linguine

  • Boil linguine according to package instructions, then drain.

4️⃣ Assemble

  • Add cooked chicken and drained linguine into the creamy Alfredo sauce.
  • Toss until pasta and chicken are fully coated.

✨ Serving Tips

  • Top with fresh chopped parsley
  • Add extra grated Parmesan
  • Serve with garlic bread & a side salad

💡 Pro Tips for the Best Creamy Pasta

✅ Use fresh-grated Parmesan — it melts better and gives a richer flavor

✅ Don’t boil the sauce after adding Parmesan (it may separate)

✅ Reserve a cup of pasta water — add splashes if sauce gets too thick

🍴 Variations & Add-ins

  • Add mushrooms, spinach or sun-dried tomatoes
  • Swap linguine for fettuccine or penne
  • Add grilled shrimp or crispy bacon for extra richness

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Perfect balance of garlic, butter & creamy cheese
  • Thick, luscious sauce that clings to every noodle
  • Family-friendly and kid-approved
  • Better than takeout & ready in under 30 minutes

This is the type of meal that makes everyone at the table stop and say, “Wow… this is AMAZING.”

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