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Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta

Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta

Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta recipe ready in 25 minutes. A quick, one-pan meal with tender chicken and a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta
  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Large skillet (12-inch)
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cup and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken pieces with salt and pepper until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stir to combine, and let it simmer over low heat.
  5. Stir in Parmesan, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried Italian herbs, cooking for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, mix until coated, then add cooked pasta and toss gently.
  7. Drizzle remaining olive oil over the pasta, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken breasts for thighs for a richer flavor. Any short pasta can be used instead of bowtie, such as penne or rotini. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk.
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