Description

This spicy cheesy garlic butter chicken with linguine in four-cheese sauce is a comforting dinner recipe made with juicy chicken, creamy cheese sauce, and perfectly cooked linguine. Ideal for weeknights or cozy gatherings, this spicy chicken pasta recipe is rich, flavorful, and easy to make with everyday ingredients.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs or breasts, boneless and skinless

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tbsp olive oil

12 oz linguine pasta

1 1/4 cup heavy cream

4 oz cream cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese

1/4 cup shredded asiago cheese

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.

2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.

3. Add chicken and sear until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

4. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook linguine until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.

5. In the same skillet, add heavy cream and cream cheese over low heat. Stir until smooth.

6. Add Parmesan, mozzarella, fontina, and asiago cheese gradually, whisking until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Add drained linguine to the sauce and toss until fully coated. Use pasta water to loosen if needed.

8. Slice the cooked chicken and serve over the cheesy linguine. Garnish with parsley and extra red pepper flakes.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest melt and best flavor.

Don’t overcook the pasta; it should be al dente to hold up under the rich sauce.

Let the chicken rest a few minutes before slicing to retain its juices.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 720
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 25g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 165mg