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Lemon Garlic Chicken Alfredo

Lemon Garlic Chicken Alfredo

A creamy and flavorful Lemon Garlic Chicken Alfredo that's perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 1 serving
Calories 620 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • large pot
  • colander

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 whole lemon juiced and zested
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat butter in a skillet and cook chicken until golden, then remove and slice.
  • In the same pan sauté garlic, then add cream, lemon juice, zest, and parmesan.
  • Add cooked pasta and toss until coated.
  • Return chicken to the pan and mix well.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh parmesan for best texture. Add pasta water if sauce is too thick. Adjust lemon to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 32gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword chicken, comfort food, creamy sauce, Lemon Garlic Chicken Alfredo, pasta, Quick Meal
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