Creamy Chicken Pasta Dinner (Print Format)
Golden seared chicken and linguine tossed in garlic parmesan cream, ideal for quick comfort meals.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta and Chicken
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12 oz linguine noodles
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4 boneless skinless chicken cutlets (pounded to ½-inch thickness, approximately 1½ lbs)
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt (plus additional for pasta water)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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2-3 tbsp olive oil (start with 2 tbsp for the first side, additional 1 tbsp if needed)
→ Sauce
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6 tbsp salted butter (room temperature)
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1½ cups whole milk
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1¼ cups heavy cream
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1 cup grated parmesan cheese (plus additional for garnish)
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1 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cool water to stop cooking. Set aside.
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In a large shallow dish, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Lightly coat both sides of the chicken cutlets with the mixture, shaking off excess. Place on a clean plate.
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Heat olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips. Set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium and melt the butter in the skillet. Add minced garlic, flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until no dry flour remains and cook for 1 minute until the mixture is golden.
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Slowly whisk in the whole milk to prevent lumps, followed by the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
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Cook the sauce for 2-3 minutes, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and whisk in the parmesan cheese until smooth.
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Add the cooked linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
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Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and gently fold into the pasta and sauce.
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Top with additional parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
# Tips:
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Ensure chicken is pounded to an even thickness for uniform cooking.