Lemon Pepper Chicken Pasta
A flavorful dish featuring seared chicken and al dente pasta in a creamy lemon sauce, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 oz Pasta (Fettuccine or Penne)
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Fresh Parsley for Garnish
- Grated Parmesan Cheese (Optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and let rest.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Combine Ingredients: Add lemon juice and heavy cream, stirring until incorporated. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Bring It All Together: Slice chicken and add it back to the skillet with cooked pasta. Toss until well-coated in the sauce.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan.
Notes
Prep ahead by measuring and washing all ingredients before starting to cook. Consider cooking alternatives like using an air fryer or baking chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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