Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

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🏆 Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

🌸 Introduction

This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is the perfect combination of juicy chicken, velvety sauce, and tender pasta — all coated in rich garlic butter and Parmesan. It’s the kind of dinner that makes everyone at the table go quiet (except for the sounds of happy eating). Simple enough for a weeknight, but luxurious enough for a special occasion.

🍗 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 500 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

For the Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional for brightness)

For the Pasta:

  • 300 g (10 oz) fettuccine, penne, or rotini
  • Salt (for boiling water)

Garnish:

  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • Extra grated Parmesan

🍳 Instructions & Methods

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

  1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked.
  4. Remove chicken from pan and set aside on a plate.

Step 2: Cook the Pasta

  1. In a large pot, boil water with salt.
  2. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
  3. Drain, reserving about ½ cup of the starchy pasta water.

Step 3: Make the Creamy Garlic Butter Sauce

  1. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and onion; sauté until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
  3. Stir in flour and cook for 30 seconds to form a roux.
  4. Slowly pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking constantly.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thick and creamy.

Step 4: Combine Everything

  1. Add cooked pasta into the sauce and toss well.
  2. Slice the chicken and place it over the pasta.
  3. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  4. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

📜 History

The roots of this dish lie in the evolution of Italian-American cuisine. While Italians traditionally use olive oil and light tomato sauces, American kitchens embraced butter and cream to create richer sauces. The garlic butter combination was popularized in the 20th century, merging French butter techniques with Italian herbs and pasta.

🌿 Benefits

  • High in protein from chicken.
  • Contains calcium and vitamin D from the cream and cheese.
  • Garlic supports heart health and boosts immunity.
  • Provides energy from healthy carbs in pasta.

🧩 Formation (Structure of the Dish)

  • Base: Pasta (foundation for sauce absorption)
  • Body: Creamy garlic-butter sauce
  • Protein Element: Pan-seared chicken
  • Finish: Parmesan & herbs for texture and flavor depth

💞 Lovers of This Dish

  • Perfect for couples who love cozy dinners at home.
  • Families who enjoy hearty comfort food.
  • Garlic lovers, cheese lovers, and anyone who enjoys creamy, indulgent meals!

🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving, Approximate)

  • Calories: 620 kcal
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Calcium: 220 mg

🍽️ Conclusion

This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is a restaurant-quality meal that’s surprisingly easy to make at home. With its luscious sauce and tender chicken, it’s bound to win hearts — just like it did with your husband! 💕

❤️ For the Lovers

Made with love, this dish turns an ordinary dinner into a memory. Whether shared with your partner, your family, or your friends — this meal speaks the universal language of comfort and affection.

Would you like me to make a dessert version next (like a creamy garlic butter-inspired twist or a sweet companion dish such as tiramisu or cheesecake)?

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