Lemon Chicken Pasta
A bright and creamy lemon chicken pasta that’s quick to prepare and full of fresh, zesty flavor, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) pasta (such as spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smoother sauce.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice based on your taste preference.
- Reserve some pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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