{"id":1148,"date":"2026-01-24T06:34:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-24T06:34:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1148"},"modified":"2026-01-24T06:34:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-24T06:34:03","slug":"lemon-garlic-butter-chicken-with-creamy-parmesan-pasta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/24\/lemon-garlic-butter-chicken-with-creamy-parmesan-pasta\/","title":{"rendered":"Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta"},"content":{"rendered":"

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta<\/h2>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For the Chicken<\/strong><\/h4>\n
    \n
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts<\/li>\n
  • 1 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter<\/li>\n
  • 3\u20134 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd tsp paprika<\/li>\n
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n
  • Juice of \u00bd lemon<\/li>\n
  • Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)<\/li>\n
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta<\/strong><\/h4>\n
      \n
    • 8 oz (225 g) pasta (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti)<\/li>\n
    • 1 tbsp butter<\/li>\n
    • 1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n
    • \u00be cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n
    • \u00bd tsp garlic powder<\/li>\n
    • Salt & black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n
    • \u00bc cup pasta cooking water (if needed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      \u00a0Cook the Pasta<\/strong><\/h4>\n
        \n
      • Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions.<\/li>\n
      • Reserve \u00bc cup pasta water<\/strong>, then drain and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u00a0Cook the Chicken<\/strong><\/h4>\n
          \n
        • Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.<\/li>\n
        • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.<\/li>\n
        • Add chicken and cook 5\u20136 minutes per side<\/strong> until golden and cooked through.<\/li>\n
        • Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          \u00a0Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce<\/strong><\/h4>\n
            \n
          • In the same skillet, add minced garlic and saut\u00e9 for 30 seconds<\/strong> until fragrant.<\/li>\n
          • Stir in lemon juice and a little butter from the pan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            \u00a0Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Pasta<\/strong><\/h4>\n
              \n
            • Add butter and heavy cream to the skillet, simmer on low heat.<\/li>\n
            • Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.<\/li>\n
            • Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.<\/li>\n
            • Add cooked pasta and toss to coat.<\/li>\n
            • Add pasta water if sauce is too thick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              \u00a0Combine & Serve<\/strong><\/h4>\n
                \n
              • Slice chicken and place on top of the creamy pasta.<\/li>\n
              • Garnish with parsley and lemon slices.<\/li>\n
              • Serve hot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n
                  \n
                • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor<\/li>\n
                • Use grilled chicken for a lighter version<\/li>\n
                • Extra Parmesan = extra happiness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                   <\/p>\n

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