Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Parmesan Linguine is a delightful combination of juicy chicken and creamy pasta that brings vibrant flavors to your table. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, as it can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The zesty lemon and aromatic garlic enhance the chicken bites, while the rich parmesan linguine provides a comforting and satisfying base. With its family-friendly appeal and versatility, you can easily customize this meal by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs. Enjoy this easy-to-prepare recipe that promises to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 oz linguine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add linguine, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken with lemon zest, juice, and Italian seasoning. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat, add chicken, and cook until fully cooked (6-8 minutes).
- Make the sauce: Lower heat, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season to taste.
- Combine: Add drained linguine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat everything in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 130mg