Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Parmesan Linguine
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Parmesan Linguine is a mouthwatering dish that brings together juicy chicken and creamy pasta, perfect for any occasion. The bright flavors of lemon and garlic create a delightful sauce that coats the tender chicken bites, while the savory parmesan linguine offers a comforting base. This recipe is not only quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights, but it also impresses guests at dinner parties. With its balance of zesty and creamy elements, this meal is sure to satisfy your cravings and leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 oz linguine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and chicken pieces. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook pasta: Boil salted water in a pot and cook linguine according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- Sear chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with butter. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Make sauce: Lower the heat and add heavy cream and parmesan cheese to the skillet with the chicken. Stir until creamy, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Combine: Toss cooked linguine into the skillet with the chicken and sauce until evenly coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg