Zesty Lemon Butter Chicken served with creamy parmesan linguine
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with Zesty Lemon Butter Chicken served alongside creamy parmesan linguine. This vibrant dish features tender chicken infused with zesty lemon and enveloped in a rich, buttery sauce. The creamy parmesan linguine adds a comforting touch, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its harmonious blend of flavors and textures, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. Quick and easy to prepare, you can have this delicious meal on the table in under 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic
- 8 oz linguine
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breast pieces with Italian seasoning and salt. Cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant. Squeeze fresh lemon juice to taste.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a pot and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Combine cooked linguine with the chicken in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water and Parmesan cheese. Stir until creamy and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg