Creamy Chicken Linguine (Print Version)
Tender chicken and linguine in a creamy Parmesan-Dijon sauce, perfectly seasoned with garlic and smoked paprika.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
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8 ounces linguine pasta
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Sauce Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup chicken broth
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
# Steps to Follow:
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Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
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Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter and add garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
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Add the cooked chicken and linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat. Stir in Parmesan cheese, parsley, and lemon juice. Adjust the sauce's consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
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Garnish with additional parsley and Parmesan cheese, then serve warm.
# Additional Notes:
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Can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu
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Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition
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Omit cayenne and red pepper flakes for a milder flavor