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Creamy Lemon Chicken

Creamy Lemon Chicken

Discover the ultimate weeknight hero Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta ready in 30 minutes Perfectly balanced tangy and rich flavors your family will love
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Tongs or a slotted spoon
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Fill a big pot with water, salt it generously, and bring to a boil. Add your bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry, season with salt and pepper, and heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest, then slice.
  3. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add minced garlic, stirring for about a minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stir while deglazing the pan, and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and Italian seasoning, simmer for another 2 minutes.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  7. Return the sliced chicken to the skillet, nestle in the pasta, and toss gently. Serve immediately garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a lighter sauce, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Fresh lemon zest and juice are key for the bright flavor—avoid bottled lemon juice if possible. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add a splash of cream or broth to loosen the sauce. Feel free to swap the bowtie pasta for any short pasta you have on hand, such as penne or fusilli.
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