Spaghetti with Chicken and Garlic Butter Sauce
Treat your taste buds to the comforting flavors of Spaghetti with Chicken and Garlic Butter Sauce, a dish that effortlessly combines simplicity and sophistication. Perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti is tossed with tender, golden-brown chicken and immersed in a velvety garlic butter sauce enriched with chicken broth, a hint of bright lemon juice, and a sprinkle of zesty lemon zest. Grated Parmesan cheese melts into the luscious sauce, adding depth and richness, while fresh parsley delivers a pop of color and freshness. This quick and satisfying recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and serves up to four, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Pair this flavorful pasta creation with a side of crusty bread and a crisp green salad for a restaurant-worthy meal at home. Keywords: spaghetti recipe, garlic butter sauce, chicken pasta, quick dinner, easy pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Spaghetti
- 500 g Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 50 g Butter
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Once melted, pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything to combine, adding reserved pasta water, a little at a time, if needed to reach desired sauce consistency.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
Remove from heat and add chopped parsley and lemon zest. Toss gently to incorporate.
Serve the spaghetti hot, with additional Parmesan on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 106.0 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.0 g | 215% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 3227 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.3 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 203.1 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 727 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1846 mg | 39% | |
*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.
