Description

Bold, creamy, and packed with irresistible flavor — this Sweet & Spicy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Linguine is your next go-to for quick dinners or cozy date nights. Tender chicken strips are seared to golden perfection, then tossed with a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce that’s perfectly balanced with a sweet and spicy kick. It’s the ultimate easy recipe for anyone craving a savory twist on classic pasta, and it works beautifully as a weeknight dinner, a fast comfort meal, or even an elevated lunch. This dish blends the heat of red pepper flakes, the umami of soy, and the creaminess of Parmesan in a way that keeps you going back for more. Great for fans of food ideas that don’t skimp on flavor but stay simple to make. This one’s a keeper in your collection of dinner ideas and quick pasta favorites.

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
8 oz linguine pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook linguine until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in red pepper flakes and soy sauce, letting it simmer for 1 minute.
Return chicken to the skillet and add cooked linguine. Toss everything together.
Sprinkle in Parmesan and stir until melted and coating the pasta. Add reserved pasta water if sauce needs loosening.
Turn off heat, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes