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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta

An effortless yet delicious dish combining tender chicken, a luscious cream sauce, and zesty lemon flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • 1 Lemon, zested and juiced
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • Fresh Parsley, for garnish, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Add garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Toss the cooked penne pasta in the sauce until well coated.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, allow it to simmer a little longer before adding the pasta. Experiment with adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pasta
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Poultry

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, lemon pasta