Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Served with Creamy Parmesan Linguine
Indulge in a hearty yet simple meal with Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Served with Creamy Parmesan Linguine. This recipe features tender, golden-brown chicken breasts coated in a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce, served over creamy linguine pasta infused with parmesan. It’s an easy-to-make, restaurant-quality dish that will surely satisfy your taste buds. Ideal for a family dinner, special occasion, or date night, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Linguine:
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Alternatives:
- For a dairy-free option use coconut milk in place of heavy cream and dairy-free butter.
- Gluten-free pasta can be substituted for linguine to make this recipe gluten-free.
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat in the lemon garlic butter sauce. Stir in the parmesan cheese and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pasta is creamy and well-coated.
- Serve: Slice the chicken into thin strips and serve over the creamy parmesan linguine. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for extra flavor and color.
Notes
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
Add vegetables like spinach or asparagus for a more colorful dish.
To make this dish even creamier, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.