Here’s a delicious recipe for Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp lemon zest
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp paprika (optional)
1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
200g (7 oz) spaghetti or fettuccine
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
1 tbsp chopped parsley
Extra butter (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces and sear until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Lower heat, add minced garlic and remaining butter. Cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Squeeze in lemon juice, stir well, and cook another minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
- In another skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and toss until well coated.
To Serve:
Plate the creamy Parmesan pasta.
Top with lemon garlic butter chicken.
Garnish with fresh parsley and an optional pat of butter.
Enjoy your flavorful and comforting meal!
