Description
Succulent lemon garlic butter chicken with parmesan linguine elevates weeknight dinners with Mediterranean flair. Creamy pasta and juicy chicken create a perfect harmony you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) black pepper
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsps (30 g) butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Generously season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat a skillet with butter and olive oil over medium temperature (around 350°F), creating a golden cooking surface.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the skillet, cooking for approximately 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a clean plate.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté quickly until aromatic and lightly golden, releasing its intense flavor.
- Pour chicken broth and fresh lemon juice into the skillet, using a wooden spoon to deglaze and scrape up caramelized cooking remnants.
- Simmer sauce for 2 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and slightly reduce.
- Return chicken to the skillet, gently coating each piece with the fragrant lemon garlic sauce.
- Meanwhile, cook linguine in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- In a separate pan, melt butter and introduce minced garlic, creating a rich base for the Parmesan sauce.
- Incorporate heavy cream, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add drained linguine to the Parmesan sauce, tossing thoroughly to ensure complete and even coating.
- Plate the creamy Parmesan linguine as a bed for the lemon garlic butter chicken.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Choose thin chicken breasts for even, quick cooking and prevent dryness during searing.
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to achieve perfect golden-brown exterior with crispy texture.
- Use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled for brighter, more vibrant citrus flavor in the sauce.
- Grate Parmesan cheese fresh from a block for richer, more authentic taste compared to pre-grated versions.
- Add red pepper flakes to sauce for subtle heat and complexity if you enjoy spicier dishes.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining to help create smoother, silkier Parmesan sauce if needed.
- Let chicken rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking to retain maximum juiciness and prevent moisture loss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1160 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg