Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken Linguine is a delectable and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken and rich, cheesy linguine in a luxurious garlic cream sauce. This one-pan wonder is quick to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its creamy texture and mouthwatering flavors, this dish will quickly become a family favorite. Serve it with fresh herbs or a side salad to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil and butter for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken strips seasoned with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes per side). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and milk; bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Velveeta until melted, followed by mozzarella and Parmesan until smooth.
- Toss the cooked linguine in the sauce until well coated. Serve topped with seared chicken strips and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Substitute gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version of this dish. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding reserved pasta water as needed.