Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken, a dish that combines tender chicken breast with a luscious lemon garlic sauce. This creamy and zesty meal is not only quick to prepare—taking less than 30 minutes—but also versatile enough to impress at family dinners or gatherings. The combination of rich butter and fresh garlic elevates this dish, making it an irresistible choice when paired with pasta or your favorite sides. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe will surely become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz linguine
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add chicken pieces seasoned with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice; stir well, scraping up any bits from the pan. Let simmer for about 3 minutes before adding grated Parmesan cheese.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss with sauce, then mix in cooked linguine until evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, toss in some fresh spinach or sun-dried tomatoes. To make this dish dairy-free, substitute Parmesan with a dairy-free cheese alternative.