Description
Succulent lemon garlic butter chicken with parmesan linguine delights palates with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Creamy pasta and perfectly seasoned chicken create a memorable dining experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces (226 grams) linguine pasta
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare linguine in boiling salted water until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Generously coat chicken breasts with a blend of aromatic seasonings, ensuring even coverage.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, reaching approximately 375°F.
- Sear chicken for 4-6 minutes per side, developing a golden-brown crust and ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a plate, keeping warm.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium-low, melt butter until it becomes slightly foamy and fragrant.
- Introduce minced garlic, stirring continuously to prevent burning and release its robust flavor.
- Deglaze pan with chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of red pepper flakes, creating a vibrant, tangy liquid.
- Allow sauce to simmer and reduce for 2-3 minutes, concentrating flavors.
- Incorporate heavy cream and grated Parmesan, whisking until sauce becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Gently fold linguine into the creamy sauce, ensuring each strand is evenly coated.
- Arrange sliced chicken atop the sauced pasta.
- Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use high-quality chicken breasts for maximum tenderness and flavor absorption.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown crust and better seasoning adherence.
- Adjust red pepper flakes based on spice tolerance for personalized heat level.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 670 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg