Indulge in a flavorful and comforting meal with this delicious oven chicken and linguini recipe. Juicy, tender chicken pairs perfectly with al dente linguini noodles coated in a rich and creamy sauce. This recipe is easy to prepare and is sure to impress family and friends. Enjoy a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own home!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces linguini noodles
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken is baking, cook the linguini noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet used for the chicken, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked linguini noodles to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- To serve, place a portion of the linguini noodles on a plate and top with sliced chicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious oven chicken and linguini!
