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Smoky Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta: The Ultimate One-Pan Comfort Food Dinner

This smoky garlic butter chicken pasta transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that comes together in just one pan under 30 minutes. With juicy chicken infused with aromatic garlic and rich butter simmered with perfectly cooked pasta, this dish delivers comfort and sophistication for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz pasta (linguine or fettuccine work best)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Add remaining butter to the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in onion powder and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Add pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic butter mixture. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente (about 10-12 minutes).
  4. Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use high-quality butter for best flavor, don't overcook garlic to avoid bitterness, adjust creaminess to preference, and try different pasta shapes like penne or rigatoni.