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One Pan Lemon Butter Chicken Pasta recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dish
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This One Pan Lemon Butter Chicken Pasta is a creamy, zesty meal perfect for an easy dinner. Enjoy a family dinner with tender chicken and bright lemon butter pasta made in one skillet, ideal for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • kosher salt to taste
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 lb linguine or other long pasta
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic paste or 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • juice of 2 large lemons
  • zest of 1 lemon from 1 juiced lemon
  • 1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese plus more for topping

Instructions

  1. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until thoroughly cooked, then remove and set aside.
  3. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions, reserving 1/3 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. In another large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then stir in garlic until softened. Add salt, white pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing well.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, reserved pasta water, and parmesan cheese into the sauce and let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Add cooked pasta to the sauce gradually, tossing to coat evenly without overcrowding the skillet.
  7. Serve the pasta warm with the cooked chicken on the side and extra parmesan cheese if desired.

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