Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta
A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a bright lemon sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 8 oz farfalle pasta
- 4 tbsp salted butter, separated
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp oregano, dried
- 1 tsp parsley, dried
- 1.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.33 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon, zest & juice
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 0.66 cup pasta water
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil pasta according to package directions.
- Chop chicken, sauté with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until cooked. Set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic with 2 tbsp butter, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Lower heat, add parmesan cheese and pasta water. Stir until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce. Combine evenly.
- Add remaining 2 tbsp butter. Combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the amount of lemon juice and zest to your preference for a more or less pronounced lemon flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 30g | Sodium: 500mg