Description
A delicious Lemon Chicken Pasta dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a zesty lemon sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti and mix until coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half and half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta, Lemon Pasta