Lemon Chicken Pasta
A bright and creamy lemon chicken pasta that’s quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with lemon pepper seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove it from pan and let it rest.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the heavy cream, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice the chicken and toss it with the pasta and creamy lemon sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add baby spinach or arugula at the end. For a lighter sauce, try half-and-half or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken, Pasta, Creamy Sauce, Quick Meal, Weeknight Dinner
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