Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Juicy pan-seared chicken served over rich, creamy Parmesan pasta with bright lemon and garlic flavors. Comfort food with a fresh citrus twist.

Ingredients

Chicken

• 2 large chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon

Creamy Parmesan Pasta

• 8 oz (225 g) pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup pasta water
• Salt and pepper
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta

Boil pasta in salted water until al dente.

Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.

2. Cook the chicken

Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

Add garlic and lemon juice during the last minute of cooking.

Remove chicken and let rest.