Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Lemon Parmesan Spaghetti, a dish that combines tender chicken, zesty lemon, and creamy spaghetti into one delicious meal. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish. The aromatic blend of garlic and lemon will fill your kitchen with mouthwatering scents, making it an instant favorite. With its comforting texture and vibrant taste, this dish not only satisfies but also impresses. Plus, minimal cleanup means you can spend more time enjoying your meal!
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. In a skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add lemon zest and juice.
- Toss cooked spaghetti in the garlic butter mixture until well coated.
- For the sauce: In a separate pan, melt 2 tbsp butter over low heat; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Combine spaghetti with the sauce and add chicken back into the skillet. Mix gently.
- Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables like spinach or broccoli.