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Creamy Chicken Linguine Recipe

Lisa Grant
This creamy chicken linguine recipe is irresistible! Chicken and linguine pair with light creamy sauce to make an easy yet special weeknight dinner.
3.98 from 44 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Entrée
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 440 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Large frying pan
  • 1 Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces Linguine
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 4 thighs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs about 16 ounces, cut in bite size pieces
  • 3 cloves Garlic chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Herbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Cream
  • Fresh Parsley or basil, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook linguine in a large pot of boiling water.
  • Drain and keep warm. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
  • In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium heat. Add chicken and garlic.
  • Sprinkle on seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook for about 7 to 10 minutes or until no longer pink.
  • Remove chicken from pan and reserve on plate. Add butter to pan, then flour once the butter is melted. Use a whisk to mix together.
  • Add chicken broth and half and half. Reduce heat to low.
  • Continue to use whisk for a few minutes until mixture is smooth.
  • Put chicken back to the pan once sauce comes to a simmer.
  • Add pasta and reserved pasta water.
  • Cook for another few minutes or until sauce has thickened and dish is creamy.
  • Garnish with parsley or basil before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 440kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 23gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 781mgFiber: 2g
Keyword Chicken, Dinners, Easy Dinners, Italian, Pasta, Sauces, Simmered
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