Description
This Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken & Creamy Pasta is a delightful combination of tangy, juicy chicken and rich, velvety pasta. A perfect dinner dish that's full of flavor and easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the pasta:
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken and cook for 6–7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Drizzle lemon juice and zest over chicken during the last minute. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Pasta:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest. Simmer gently until thickened.
- Combine & Serve:
- Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce until evenly coated.
- Slice chicken into strips and arrange over the pasta. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.
Notes
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Use whole-grain or gluten-free pasta to suit dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g