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Lemon Chicken Pasta

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A bright and comforting Lemon Chicken Pasta made with tender chicken, creamy lemon-infused sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for a fresh yet cozy meal.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or linguine)
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 0.75 cup chicken broth
  • 0.75 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove, slice, and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth. Simmer briefly.
  6. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, allowing sauce to thicken slightly.
  7. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until smooth.
  8. Return chicken and pasta to the pan and toss until well coated.
  9. Finish with red pepper flakes and fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

  • Keep heat low when adding lemon and cream to prevent curdling.
  • Add extra broth or cream when reheating if sauce thickens.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste for more or less brightness.
  • Shrimp can be substituted for chicken if desired.

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