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Spicy Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken with Linguine in Four-Cheese Sauce

A decadent dish combining juicy chicken with a rich four-cheese sauce and linguine, ready to impress your family or guests in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 4 tbsp garlic butter (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup cream cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of garlic butter over medium heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and sauté until the chicken is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat and add the remaining garlic butter to the skillet with the chicken. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Gradually add in the mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, and Parmesan, stirring continuously until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
  4. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated in the cheesy sauce. If needed, adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper.
  5. Plate your pasta and garnish with fresh parsley. Dig in and enjoy every cheesy, spicy bite!

Notes

For a lighter option, consider substituting cheeses or serving with a side salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days and reheat gently.