Lemon Chicken Pasta (Printable Recipe Version)
Bowtie pasta coated in a creamy garlic and lemon sauce with tender chicken. A simple, fresh dinner ready in no time!
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Fresh Ingredients
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3 minced garlic cloves
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1 lemon (use both the zest and juice)
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2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley
→ Chicken & Seasonings
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4 chicken breasts without skin or bones
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1 teaspoon of paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Pasta & Sauce
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10 oz (300g) of bowtie pasta
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1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan
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1 cup (240ml) of heavy cream
→ Oils & Fats
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Two tablespoons of butter
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Two tablespoons of olive oil
# Steps to Make It:
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Boil salted water, then cook the bowtie pasta as directed on the package. Strain it and set it aside.
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Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on the chicken. Heat olive oil and sear the chicken on both sides for 5-7 minutes each until golden brown. Add a bit of lemon juice at the end.
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Use the same pan. Melt butter and brown the garlic a little. Add heavy cream, stir, and let it simmer. Mix in Parmesan cheese and lemon zest until the sauce becomes creamy and thick.
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Mix the cooked pasta with the sauce. Stir in the parsley and check the taste—adjust with salt and pepper if needed.
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Slice the chicken and lay it on top of the creamy pasta mix. Add a little extra parsley on top if you'd like.
# Extra Information:
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Swap bowtie pasta with any shape you prefer
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Spice it up by adding some red pepper flakes
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Try using chicken thighs for a richer flavor