Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Lemon Chicken Pasta is a simple, flavorful dish that’s perfect for beginners. With a creamy sauce and zesty lemon flavor, it’s a quick, satisfying meal. Try it for a delicious weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta spaghetti or your choice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking chicken
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side. Slice into strips once done.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and add chicken broth and heavy cream. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese, cooking until smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add sliced chicken on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat. If you prefer a lighter version, swap the heavy cream for coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative. Enjoy your lemon chicken pasta!
Nutrition:
Calories: 480
Carbs: 45g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Calories: 480
Carbs: 45g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g