Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce

Here’s a rich and comforting recipe for Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce — the perfect combination of tender chicken, velvety garlic butter, and a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce over pasta. It’s indulgent, easy, and guaranteed to impress!

🍝🧄 Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine in Alfredo Sauce

🕒 Total Time: 35–40 minutes

Serves: 4

🧂 Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 thighs), sliced or pounded thin
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3–4 cloves garlic, minced

For the Alfredo Sauce:

2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (fresh is best)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Pinch of nutmeg (optional, classic in Alfredo)

For the Pasta:

12 oz linguine or fettuccine
Salt for pasta water
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Extra Parmesan, for serving

🔪 Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook linguine until al dente, according to package directions.
Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.

2. Cook the Chicken:

Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
Add chicken and cook 4–5 minutes per side (until golden and cooked through).
Add garlic in the last minute of cooking.
Remove chicken and set aside to rest. Slice if needed.

3. Make the Alfredo Sauce:

In the same pan, melt 2 tbsp butter and sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes.
Pour in cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
Simmer until sauce thickens slightly (5–7 minutes). Add pasta water a little at a time if it gets too thick.

4. Combine Everything:

Toss cooked linguine into the Alfredo sauce until coated.
Top with sliced garlic butter chicken.
Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan.

🍷 Serving Ideas:

Add steamed broccoli or sautéed spinach for a veggie boost.
Serve with garlic bread or a green salad.
A glass of white wine (like Chardonnay) pairs beautifully.

🔁 Variations:

Spicy version: Add red pepper flakes or blackened seasoning to the chicken.
Lighter version: Use half-and-half and less butter, and bulk it up with veggies.
One-pan method: Slice chicken and cook fully before adding cream directly to the same pan, then add pasta.

Would you like a baked version, a low-carb (zoodle) option, or to make it with shrimp or mushrooms instead of chicken? Let me know and I’ll adjust it!