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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken With Parmesan Linguine Recipe

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This lemon garlic butter chicken with parmesan linguine is a rich, creamy, and zesty dish perfect for a quick yet indulgent meal. The tender, juicy chicken is pan-seared in a flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, then served over a bed of parmesan-infused linguine. It's a perfect combination of tangy, cheesy, and buttery goodness that will satisfy your cravings!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Parmesan Linguine:

 

  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook the Chicken:

    • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
    • Reduce heat, add butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Italian seasoning.
    • Cook for another 2-3 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F).
    • Remove from heat and set aside.

  • Prepare the Linguine:

    • Cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
    • In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
    • Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
    • Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
    • Toss in the cooked linguine and mix until well coated.

 

  • Assemble & Serve:

    • Slice the chicken and serve over the creamy parmesan linguine.
    • Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
    • Enjoy warm!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine before adding the cream.
  • Swap linguine for fettuccine or spaghetti if preferred.

 

  • Add spinach or mushrooms for a veggie boost.

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