Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting family favorite. With tender chicken, al dente spaghetti, and a rich garlic butter sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. It takes only 20 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for those looking for quick yet satisfying meals. The combination of savory flavors and creamy textures creates a dish that’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Pair it with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that brings warmth and joy to every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅔ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, crushed pepper flakes
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Boil salted water in a pot; cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to low; melt butter and sauté minced garlic with crushed pepper flakes until fragrant.
- Toss cooked spaghetti in the garlic butter sauce; return chicken to the skillet and mix well.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg