Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Paired with Luxurious P

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Linguine

Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Paired with Luxurious Parmesan Linguine

Ingredients:

For the Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

3 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

6 cloves garlic, minced

Juice and zest of 1 lemon

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Creamy Parmesan Linguine:

12 oz linguine pasta

2 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 ½ cups heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)

Directions:

Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add lemon juice and zest to the skillet. Return chicken to the pan and spoon the sauce over the top. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package

instructions.

Drain and set aside.

In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

Gradually whisk in Parmesan until melted and smooth.

Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Add cooked linguine and toss to coat evenly.

Plate the creamy linguine and top with the lemon garlic butter chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 690 kcal | Servings: 4 servings