Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Parmesan Linguine
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Parmesan Linguine is a quick and delicious dish that brings the brightness of lemon and the warmth of garlic together in harmony. This recipe features tender chicken pieces bathed in a rich, creamy parmesan sauce, all served over perfectly cooked linguine. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this meal is not only satisfying but also incredibly easy to prepare. With just a few fresh ingredients and under 30 minutes of your time, you can create a gourmet experience right at home. Pair it with a crisp salad or some crusty bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 8 oz linguine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook linguine until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Prepare the chicken: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add lemon: When chicken is almost cooked through (5-7 minutes), stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Create the sauce: Reduce heat; add heavy cream and parmesan cheese until smooth. Use reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine: Toss cooked linguine with the chicken and sauce until well-coated.
- Serve hot: Garnish as desired and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg