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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta

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A quick and easy creamy garlic butter chicken pasta recipe perfect for weeknight dinners, featuring tender chicken, a rich buttery garlic sauce, and silky pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 12 oz (340g) fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz (340g) of fettuccine or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup (120 ml) of pasta water.
  2. Season the sliced chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips in a single layer and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the same skillet. When melted, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not brown.
  5. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the butter and garlic, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  6. Slowly whisk in 1 cup (240 ml) of chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream and stir well to combine.
  7. Stir in 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if the sauce becomes too thick.
  8. Stir in 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  10. Add the drained pasta and gently toss again to mix everything evenly. Heat through for another minute.
  11. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to get a good sear. Stir sauce continuously after adding flour to prevent lumps. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Let chicken rest briefly after cooking to lock in juices. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and substitute flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend.

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