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Recipes:
Lemon Butter Chicken with Creamy Pasta
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Pasta:
8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
Water and salt for boiling
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Pasta:
Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
Combine:
Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Serve:
Slice the cooked chicken and place it over the creamy pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a wedge of lemon.
Enjoy this zesty and creamy delight that’s perfect for a cozy dinner!
