Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe
A refreshing lemon chicken pasta recipe featuring succulent chicken, a bright lemon sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts sliced
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken breasts to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine.
- Reduce heat and mix in the heavy cream, letting it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, ensuring it is well coated with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 1g