1. Cook the Pasta
Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside (reserve ½ cup pasta water).
2. Prepare the Chicken
- Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
3. Make the Garlic Alfredo Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add the heavy cream and stir. Simmer on low heat for 3–5 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella. Let it melt into a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to loosen.
4. Assemble the Dish
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips.
- Toss the cooked linguine into the Alfredo sauce until well coated.
- Top with sliced chicken and garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.
Optional Add-ins:
- Sautéed mushrooms or spinach
- A pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
- Fresh lemon zest for brightness
Why You’ll Love It:
✔ Creamy, buttery Alfredo without being too heavy
✔ Juicy seasoned chicken for protein-packed comfort
✔ Restaurant-quality meal in under 40 minutes
✔ Easily customizable and family-approved!
This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Linguine is a rich, cozy pasta dish you’ll crave again and again — and it’s easy enough to whip up any night of the week.