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Lemon Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, zesty pasta dish featuring tender chicken and fresh lemon flavors, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta

Chicken

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Cooking Oils

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 2 tbsp butter

Garnish

  • Lemon slices Lemon slices
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  • Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through, then rest and slice.
  • Sauté minced garlic in butter, add chicken broth and heavy cream, then simmer. Stir in lemon zest, juice, and Parmesan until thickened.
  • Add cooked pasta to the sauce, toss to coat, then top with sliced chicken. Garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately.

Notes

Save some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, lemon, pasta