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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta

Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta
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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together comfort and sophistication in under an hour. The tender chicken, enveloped in a rich, zesty lemon sauce, elevates your weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also versatile enough to allow for personal touches, such as adding your favorite vegetables. With its vibrant flavors from fresh lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs, this creamy pasta will impress your family and guests alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp. lemon zest
  • 2 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 3/4 tsp. kosher salt
  • 3/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 lb. pasta of choice (bucatini, spaghetti, or fettuccine)
  • 1 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped yellow onion
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon zest plus 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil.
  2. Meanwhile, place chicken in a bowl with olive oil, lemon zest, and spices. Toss well to coat.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF (about 7 to 10 minutes). Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
  4. If your water is boiling, start cooking pasta until just shy of al dente. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water before draining.
  5. Add butter to the skillet. Sauté chopped yellow onion until softened (about 4-5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until aromatic (about 1-2 minutes).
  6. Stir in heavy cream, broth, salt, and black pepper; bring to a simmer. Simmer uncovered until slightly thickened (about 5-6 minutes). Stir in parsley, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and juice.
  7. Add drained pasta to the sauce. Pour in 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss vigorously over medium-high heat until pasta is coated in thick sauce (about 2 minutes), adding more reserved water if needed.
  8. Thinly slice cooked chicken and place on top of pasta. Garnish with extra parsley, grated Parmesan, cracked black pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

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