Description
A flavorful dish combining succulent chicken in a buttery garlic sauce with creamy Parmesan pasta, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Add lemon zest and juice, stirring to combine.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the lemon garlic sauce.
- Serve the chicken alongside creamy Parmesan pasta.
Notes
Pair with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Storing leftovers in an airtight container can extend freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta, creamy, lemon, garlic, family dinner, easy recipe