Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta: Indulgent Creaminess in Every Bite
Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta – Bright, Creamy & Comfort in Every Bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the diced chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice and garlic before cooking.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese for extra creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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