Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Spaghetti Recipe
Recipe Overview
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cook time: 25 minutes
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Servings: 4 people
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Category: Main Course / Dinner
Introduction
Looking for a decadent, restaurant-quality meal that satisfies all your comfort food cravings? This garlic butter chicken with creamy spaghetti recipe features juicy, pan-seared chicken thighs drenched in a rich garlic herb butter sauce, paired alongside velvety, cheese-coated spaghetti noodles. It is an impressive yet easy-to-make dinner option that brings incredible flavor straight to your family’s dining table.
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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1 lb spaghetti pasta
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder and onion powder
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, finely chopped for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the noodles.
2. Sear the Chicken
Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken from the pan and slice into strips.
3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 2 minutes. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
4. Combine and Serve
Toss the cooked spaghetti directly into the garlic cream sauce, adding splashes of reserved pasta water as needed to create a glossy coat. Plate the creamy spaghetti alongside the sliced garlic butter chicken, garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley, and serve warm.