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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta

A close-up of a white bowl filled with creamy lemon chicken pasta, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon zest.
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A quick and easy weeknight pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a bright, silky lemon cream sauce, perfect for a satisfying family meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon zest, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the uncooked pasta to the skillet, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
  5. Cook, stirring, until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in chopped parsley.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with lemon zest.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use your favorite gluten-free pasta.
  • If you don’t have fresh lemon juice, you can use bottled, but fresh is recommended for the best flavor.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.

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