Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a luscious lemon cream sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pasta Ingredients
- 12 ounces dried pasta (any shape you prefer)
Chicken Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt for seasoning the chicken
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper for seasoning the chicken
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking the chicken
- 1 tablespoon butter for making the sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced) adds flavor to the sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream for creaminess
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed for zest
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan for a cheesy flavor
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil water in a large saucepan, add salt, and cook the dried pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (165°F). Remove chicken and set aside.
Cooking the Sauce
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add butter. When melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring until smooth. Adjust thickness with pasta water if needed.
- Stir in grated parmesan until melted and incorporated.
- Return cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat fully.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, adding extra salt or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve warm, garnished with parmesan, parsley, and lemon zest.
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Notes
Consider adding vegetables like spinach or asparagus for extra nutrition. Use fresh garlic and parsley for enhanced flavor.