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Lemon Chicken Pasta

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Description

This lemon chicken pasta is fresh, creamy, and full of bright citrus flavor. Tender chicken is tossed with pasta in a silky lemon-garlic sauce with just the right touch of Parmesan. It’s quick enough for a weeknight but tasty enough for guests!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta (linguine, spaghetti, or penne work great)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for richness)

  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.

  • While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook in the skillet until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.

  • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  • Add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cream. Stir and let simmer for 2–3 minutes.

  • Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter, if using, until melted and the sauce slightly thickens.

  • Return chicken to the skillet, add cooked pasta, and toss everything together. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

 

  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs and extra lemon zest if desired.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.

  • Add spinach, peas, or asparagus for extra veggies.

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.

 

Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/lemon-chicken-pasta.htm