Lemon Garlic Chicken Linguine (Printable Recipe)
Juicy chicken in lemon garlic butter served over creamy Parmesan linguine for a comforting, flavorful dinner.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Juice of 1 lemon
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1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 tsp paprika
→ Cooking Base
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3 tbsp butter, divided
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
→ Pasta and Sauce
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8 oz linguine
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2 tbsp butter
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3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Boil plenty of salted water and cook linguine to al dente according to package directions. Drain well and set aside.
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Toss chicken pieces with lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper until evenly coated.
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Heat 1 tablespoon butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in single layer and sauté 9-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and keep warm.
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Add remaining butter to same skillet and melt. Add minced garlic and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour heavy cream into skillet, add garlic powder, salt and pepper. Simmer gently for 3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add grated Parmesan and stir until melted and smooth.
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Add drained linguine to skillet and toss gently to coat every strand with creamy sauce.
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Arrange chicken over pasta and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
Always zest lemon before juicing to capture fragrant oils
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Let cooked chicken rest covered with foil while finishing sauce to keep extra juicy
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Use freshly grated Parmesan instead of pre-grated for smoothest sauce
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Add extra lemon zest at end of cooking for burst of brightness