Description
A delightful, quick dish that combines zesty lemon with creamy butter chicken pasta, perfect for any dinner table.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast
- Pasta (your choice)
- Fresh lemon juice
- Butter
- Minced garlic
- Cream
- Parsley (for garnish)
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and add a pinch of salt. Cook the pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear each side for 5-7 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in cream and lemon juice, stirring until combined. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Slice the rested chicken and return it to the skillet. Toss to coat, then fold in the prepared pasta.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute cream with plant-based alternatives or Greek yogurt. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, lemon butter, quick dinner, creamy pasta, easy recipe