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Creamy Lemon Chicken with Pasta

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A bright and comforting dish that balances rich, velvety sauce with lively citrus lift, featuring tender chicken and farfalle pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz Farfalle (bowtie) pasta
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 8 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Bring a large stockpot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil and the farfalle pasta. Cook for 12 minutes, or according to package directions, then drain.
  2. Heat a heavy saucepan over medium heat with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  3. Combine the dried thyme, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Season the sliced chicken evenly with this mixture.
  4. Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through, then remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  5. Melt the butter in the skillet over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Whisk in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice and minced parsley, blending flavors until harmonious.
  8. Mix the cooked chicken back into the skillet, then add the hot pasta to the sauce. Toss to combine and add 1/2 cup of grated parmesan, mixing until melted. If too thick, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water.
  9. Serve immediately with extra parmesan and parsley on top.

Notes

Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days and reheat gently.

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Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, lemon chicken, comfort food

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