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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe

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This Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta is a delightful and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with a flavorful blend of spices, tossed in a luscious lemon-infused cream sauce, and combined with perfectly cooked pasta. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan, fresh parsley, and a squeeze of lemon, this recipe offers a bright, tangy twist on classic creamy pasta that’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Pasta and Seasoning

  • 350 g pasta of choice
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp water
  • 40 g unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan

To Serve

  • Lemon wedges
  • Fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water and cook until it is just 1–2 minutes shy of al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside to prevent overcooking later.
  2. Season Chicken: Combine the sea salt flakes, black pepper, sweet paprika, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl. Use this mixture to thoroughly season both sides of the chicken breasts.
  3. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Cook the seasoned chicken breasts for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and golden. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Prepare Sauce Base: Add 2 tablespoons of water to the pan to deglaze it, then melt the butter in the pan. Stir in minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Make Roux and Simmer Sauce: Stir in the flour to form a smooth paste (roux). Slowly whisk in the chicken stock followed by the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to simmer gently until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
  6. Slice Chicken: While the sauce simmers, slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips for easy serving and tossing with pasta.
  7. Finish Sauce and Combine: Remove the pan from heat and whisk in the fresh lemon juice and grated parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss vigorously to coat all the pasta with the sauce.
  8. Serve: Plate the creamy lemon pasta, top with sliced chicken, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overcook the pasta in the initial boiling step as it will continue cooking slightly when mixed with the sauce.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and smooth melting in the sauce.
  • Adjust the lemon juice quantity according to your preferred level of tanginess.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or use a mixture of milk and cream.
  • If chicken breasts are thick, pound them slightly for even cooking.

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