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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, bright lemon, and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced into cutlets

Oils & Seasonings

  • 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 3/4 tsp black pepper

Pasta & Dairy

  • 1 lb pasta of choice ((e.g., spaghetti, bucatini, pappardelle, fettuccine))
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped yellow onion
  • 6 garlic cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest plus fresh lemon juice (zest and 3 Tbsp lemon juice)

Additional ingredients

  • to taste Fresh baby spinach or arugula, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted broccoli, sautéed mushrooms

Instructions 

  • Bring a large salted pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta until just shy of al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  • Season chicken with olive oil, lemon zest, and spices. Cook in a skillet until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
  • Sauté onion in butter until soft, add garlic, then pour in cream and broth. Simmer until slightly thickened, then stir in parsley, Parmesan, lemon zest, and juice.
  • Add cooked pasta and reserved water to the sauce, toss vigorously until glossy and thickened.
  • Slice chicken and serve over pasta, garnished with extra herbs, cheese, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Notes

For extra flavor, add sun-dried tomatoes or sautéed mushrooms as desired.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, lemon, Pasta