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Lemon Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Linguine

A delightful dish that combines tender lemon-infused chicken with creamy parmesan linguine, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 8 ounces Linguine Pasta Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For the creamy sauce.
  • 0.5 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese For flavor and creaminess.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 large Lemon Zest and juice needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing the chicken.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper For seasoning.
  • handful Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Instructions
 

  • Gather all your ingredients on a clean workspace.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Add heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine, and allow it to come to a gentle simmer.
  • Incorporate lemon zest and juice into the cream sauce, stirring well.
  • Gradually fold in the parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
  • Once the linguine is cooked, reserve some pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
  • Toss the linguine in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

For variations, consider adding seasonal vegetables or substituting chicken with shrimp or salmon.
Keyword Easy