🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Linguine

• Boil salted water.
• Cook linguine until al dente.
• Reserve ½ cup pasta water. Drain the rest.

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2️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Chicken

1. Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat butter + olive oil in a skillet.
3. Add chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked.
4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds (don’t burn it).
5. Remove chicken and keep warm.

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3️⃣ Prepare the Alfredo Sauce

1. In the same skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter.
2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Pour in heavy cream + milk.
4. Simmer 2–3 minutes, then add Parmesan.
5. Stir until creamy and smooth.
6. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.

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4️⃣ Combine Everything

• Add the cooked linguine into the Alfredo sauce.
• Toss until coated.
• Add the garlic butter chicken back into the pan.
• Mix gently.

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🌿 Optional Add-Ins

• Mushrooms sautéed in butter
• Spinach
• Broccoli florets
• Chili flakes
• Fresh parsley
• Extra Parmesan (always a YES!)

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🍽️ Serve With:

✔ Garlic bread
✔ Green salad
✔ Roasted veggies
✔ A squeeze of lemon on top (amazing balance!)

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