Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta
A flavorful and creamy lemon garlic chicken pasta that's quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook seasoned chicken until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and garlic; sauté until fragrant. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest; simmer briefly.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan; cook until slightly thickened. Return chicken to skillet, add red pepper flakes and parsley; combine.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, season to taste, and garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or more lemon juice to taste.