Description
This Creamy Parmesan Linguine with Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites delivers the perfect balance of richness and brightness. Juicy, seared chicken bites infused with garlic and lemon sit atop a bed of silky linguine tossed in a Parmesan cream sauce. It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner, yet elegant enough to impress guests. Lemon garlic chicken pasta, creamy linguine recipe, parmesan chicken pasta, quick chicken pasta dinner, garlic cream sauce pasta
Ingredients
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8 oz linguine pasta
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1 lb chicken breast, diced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lemon, zested and juiced
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tbsp vegetable oil or butter
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the linguine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat oil or butter over medium heat.
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Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and fully cooked.
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Stir in garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a gentle simmer.
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Add grated Parmesan and stir until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
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Toss the cooked linguine into the sauce and mix until well-coated.
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Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
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For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
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You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
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Add spinach or peas for extra color and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: American