Description
Juicy chicken meets a zesty lemon-garlic butter sauce and creamy Parmesan linguine in this easy, flavor-packed dinner you’ll want on repeat.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons butter, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
For the Parmesan Linguine
8 oz linguine
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook linguine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken:
In a bowl, season the chicken with lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook the Chicken:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 9–10 minutes, or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Build the Sauce:
Stir in heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.
Combine:
Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
Serve:
Plate the creamy Parmesan linguine and top with cooked chicken. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
You can substitute chicken thighs for more flavor.
Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra color and texture.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Skillet, Stove-top
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
