Delicious Lemon Parmesan Pasta: The Easiest Chicken Delight
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Enjoy a creamy and zesty lemon parmesan pasta dish, complemented with tender chunks of chicken for a delightful meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the cubed chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest; mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half and half for heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach or asparagus for more nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams