This Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish combining tender chicken cooked in lemon garlic butter with smooth, creamy parmesan pasta. The bright lemon flavor balances the creamy sauce perfectly, making it a delicious restaurant-style meal you can easily make at home.
Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
For the Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts (sliced or pounded thin)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
For the Pasta
- 300 g (10 oz) fettuccine or linguine
- Water for boiling
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish
- chopped parsley
- extra Parmesan cheese
- lemon slices
