Description
Lemon Chicken Linguine is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken in a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce served over creamy Parmesan linguine. This recipe not only packs vibrant flavors but also offers comforting textures, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home that is sure to impress family and friends. With the versatility to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping proteins, Lemon Chicken Linguine is an easy yet elegant choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 8 oz linguine
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook linguine in salted water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
- Season diced chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat; cook chicken until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side). Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Add lemon zest and juice, then return chicken to coat in the sauce.
- In another pan, melt remaining butter; whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss cooked linguine into the creamy sauce; use reserved pasta water to adjust thickness as desired.
- Serve topped with lemon chicken pieces and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute regular linguine with gluten-free pasta. Enhance flavor by adding capers or sun-dried tomatoes during cooking.