Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of buttery garlic with tender chicken and perfectly cooked spaghetti. Ready in just 20 minutes, this family-friendly recipe makes dinner a breeze on busy weeknights. The aromatic garlic butter sauce envelops each strand of pasta, creating an irresistible meal that can be customized with your favorite vegetables or served alongside a fresh salad for a complete dining experience. Perfect for gatherings or casual dinners, this dish is sure to become a staple in your home cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ⅔ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sauté chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat; add butter and garlic, cooking until fragrant (1-2 minutes). Stir in crushed pepper flakes.
- Add spaghetti to the skillet; toss to coat in sauce. Return chicken and stir in parmesan cheese.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg