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Easy Lemon Chicken Pasta – Creamy, Zesty, and Loaded with Flavor

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Lemon Chicken Pasta features lightly breaded lemon pepper seasoned chicken breasts served over spaghetti tossed in a creamy lemon Parmesan sauce with sweet peas. Bright, zesty flavors make this an elegant yet easy weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 12 ounces spaghetti pasta
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1¼ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • ⅔ cup frozen peas
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small cubes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped Italian parsley
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine flour, ¼ cup Parmesan, and lemon pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge chicken breasts in mixture.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and tent with foil.
  3. Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain well.
  4. Wipe skillet clean and heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-low. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Gradually add chicken broth while sauce reduces.
  5. Add peas, lemon zest, and juice. Simmer until sauce reduces by about ⅓. Lower heat and stir in ½ cup Parmesan incrementally until melted.
  6. Toss cooked pasta in sauce, add butter, stir until incorporated. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Slice chicken and place over pasta. Serve promptly.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat at 50% power in microwave, stirring occasionally.
  • Freeze in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months. Defrost overnight in refrigerator and reheat gently.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Meal
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American