Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta: A Delightfully Easy Comfort Dish
A delicious and easy recipe for creamy lemon chicken pasta that will make a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add cooked pasta and toss to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish can be adjusted to include vegetables like spinach or peas.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 110 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta