Description
Indulge in this Creamy Parmesan Linguine with Lemon Garlic Chicken Bites, a dish that perfectly balances juicy chicken and a rich, creamy pasta. With zesty lemon bringing a refreshing kick, this recipe is not only a family favorite but also ideal for special occasions or cozy weeknight dinners. The savory chicken bites are seasoned to perfection, while the linguine enveloped in a luscious Parmesan sauce creates a comforting meal everyone will love. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s time to bring this delightful dish to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 tbsp butter
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 8 oz linguine
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the linguine: Boil salted water in a large pot, add linguine, and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the chicken: In a pan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add seasoned chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Make the sauce: In the same pan, melt remaining butter and whisk in lemon zest, juice, and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Gradually add reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Combine: Toss drained linguine and cooked chicken in the sauce until well coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For extra nutrition, consider adding veggies like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes. Adjust cheese levels based on preference for richness.