Lemon Chicken with Pasta
Elevate your dinner game with this zesty and creamy Lemon Chicken with Pasta! Perfectly seared chicken breasts are paired with al dente spaghetti or fettuccine, all coated in a luscious lemon garlic cream sauce that combines tangy lemon juice, savory Parmesan cheese, and a touch of heavy cream. This one-pan wonder comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impressive dinner parties. Fresh garlic, lemon zest, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley bring vibrant flavor and brightness to this comforting dish, while a splash of reserved pasta water ensures the sauce clings beautifully to each strand of pasta. Serve with extra Parmesan for a restaurant-quality meal that’s sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces dried spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Begin by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chicken broth to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
Divide the pasta between plates and top with the sliced chicken. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Lemon Chicken with Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2909 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.8 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.6 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 512 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 4340 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.3 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 173.4 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 629 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1259 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
