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Lemon Cream Chicken Pasta Recipe

Lemon Cream Chicken Pasta is the perfect balance of zesty citrus and creamy indulgence. Tender, pan-seared chicken breast slices are tossed with pasta in a silky lemon cream sauce made with garlic, heavy cream, and a touch of Parmesan. The fresh lemon juice and zest cut through the richness, making this dish feel both hearty and light. A pinch of crushed red pepper or a handful of baby spinach makes for easy variations. It’s an elegant meal with weeknight speed.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Course: main dish, pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 532
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 lemon quartered
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper divided
  • 2 14.5 ounce cans chicken broth
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 8 ounce package rotelle pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Equipment

  • Colander
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Large pot (for boiling pasta)
  • Large skillet or sauté pan

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Place chicken in a lightly greased baking dish. Squeeze lemon over both sides of the chicken breasts and season both sides using 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder and ¾ teaspoon pepper.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven until juices run clear and chicken is no longer pink inside, about 40 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, season the chicken broth with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil and add lemon juice and pasta. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until all liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes.
  6. Cut cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and stir into cooked pasta, along with the cream and lemon zest. Cook, stirring, over low heat for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 532kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 31gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 137mgSodium: 955mgPotassium: 456mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Bright lemon meets rich cream and savory chicken in this pasta dish that’s as comforting as it is refreshing.

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