Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta
Bright and zesty, this Lemon Garlic Chicken over Angel Hair Pasta is a quick, flavorful dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious lemon-garlic cream sauce, created with layers of flavor from sautéed garlic, chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of heavy cream. Served over delicate angel hair pasta and finished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, this dish strikes the ideal balance of lightness and comfort. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an irresistible combination of classic Italian-inspired flavors that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for fans of easy chicken pasta recipes, lemon garlic sauces, or quick yet impressive meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- as needed water (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Dredge the chicken breasts lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and allow it to melt.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream and add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken and allow it to simmer gently for 4-5 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese for garnish.
Serve the Lemon Garlic Chicken over a bed of the coated angel hair pasta. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.4 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 438 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 3545 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.6 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 155.4 g | 311% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1381 mg | 29% | |
*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.
