Description
“Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Pasta:
300g fettuccine or linguine
1 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
Salt & black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
Boil the fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Drain, toss with olive oil, and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken:
Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and slice into strips.
Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine Everything:
Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well-coated. Top with sliced chicken.
Serve:
Plate the pasta and chicken, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Enjoy this creamy and zesty chicken pasta for a comforting and flavorful dinner!