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Ultimate Chicken Linguine: The Perfect Dinner Recipe for Big Families

This comforting chicken linguine recipe combines homemade ravioli techniques with quick weeknight convenience, making it perfect for large family gatherings. It delivers restaurant-quality flavors with creamy Parmesan sauce, cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach for an ultimate dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb linguine pasta
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Season chicken cubes with salt, pepper, basil, and oregano. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet. Add drained pasta and spinach. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce that coats the linguine perfectly.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot for the ultimate family dinner experience.

Notes

Make it ahead by preparing chicken and sauce components in advance. Double the recipe to feed 8-10 people. Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes for variety. Use leftover filling to make homemade ravioli with wonton wrappers.