Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken
Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken features tender sautéed chicken nestled over strands of pasta, all coated in a rich Parmesan cream infused with garlic and onions. The sauce is lush yet balanced, with green onions and parsley adding a fresh lift. It’s a comforting dinner perfect for weeknights or a cozy gathering with friends.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 29
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 51
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat butter, olive oil, and garlic in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Cook chicken in the hot butter mixture until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer the chicken to a plate to cool slightly, then slice it diagonally into long strips. Keep the butter mixture in the pan.
- 2
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine in the boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Reheat the butter mixture in the pan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté, stirring often, until the onion is soft but still white. Add water and bouillon; bring to a boil and simmer, uncovered, for about 10 minutes. Stir in cream, Parmesan cheese, milk, and green onions until the sauce is well combined.
- 4
Place linguine in a large bowl. Arrange the chicken slices decoratively on top. Pour the sauce over the chicken and around the linguine. Garnish with parsley to serve.
- Calories 624.02 kcal High 31%
- Protein 52.22 g Good Source 104%
- Carbohydrate 46.77 g 17%
- Total Fat 24.61 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 12.37 g High 62%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 165.09 mg High 55%
- Sodium 366.99 mg Moderate 16%
- Dietary Fiber 3.91 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 2.76 g --
- Added Sugars 0.63 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 200.92 mg Moderate 15%
- Iron 3.6 mg Good Source 20%
- Potassium 254.58 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 40.27 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 10.1 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.28 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken is made with 13 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Butter, Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Breast, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 624.02 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Chicken Bouillon, Chicken Breast, Fresh Parsley, Garlic. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 624.02 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken healthy?
- Linguine Topped with Creamy Chicken has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 624.02 calories and 52.22 g of protein, or 104% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 366.99 mg (16% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.37 g (62% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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