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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Served with Creamy Parmesan Linguine

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This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Linguine is a rich, flavorful, and comforting dish featuring pan-seared chicken in a zesty garlic butter sauce served over creamy, cheesy linguine. It’s an elegant yet easy meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the lemon garlic butter sauce over it, and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
  6. In a separate saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Add cooked linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Plate the creamy linguine and top with slices of the lemon garlic butter chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Swap chicken breasts for boneless thighs for added juiciness.
  • Use half-and-half instead of cream for a lighter version.
  • Fettuccine or spaghetti can replace linguine.
  • Add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms for variety.

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