30-Minute Lemon Basil Chicken Linguine
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
674 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
30-Minute Lemon Basil Chicken Linguine
Description
The recipe begins by seasoning skinless, boneless chicken breasts with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, then grilling them briefly until cooked through, developing slight grill marks and flavor. The linguine is cooked al dente in salted boiling water, drained, and held warm. Meanwhile, a sauce is prepared by melting salted butter, whisking in flour to form a light roux, then gradually adding chicken broth and freshly squeezed lemon juice. The sauce is seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and simmered until thickened to coat pasta smoothly.
The cooked linguine is tossed with this bright lemon sauce, then topped with grilled chicken sliced into pieces. Fresh basil leaves and shaved Parmesan cheese are sprinkled over plates when serving, adding aromatic freshness and a salty umami punch. The dish presents a balance of creamy texture, citrus brightness, and herbal aroma.
This meal can incorporate quick-cooked greens like spinach or kale by boiling them along with the pasta near the end of cooking, adding extra nutrition and color. The recipe is convenient for weeknight meals offering a satisfying blend of protein, carbs, and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, dried with paper towels
- salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 8 oz linguine dried
- 4 TB butter salted
- 2 ½ TB flour
- 1 cup chicken broth regular
- ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- ½ cup basil torn or chopped, leaves
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly shaved
- Note: If you'd like to add veggies simply boil some spinach or kale leaves along with the pasta during last 2 minutes of cooking.
Instructions
- Sprinkle both sides of chicken breasts with a light layer of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Grease and heat outdoor grill or indoor cast iron grill pan. Grill chicken over medium-high heat until just cooked, approx 3-4 min. per side, depending on thickness. Set aside and keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook linguine according to package instructions, to al dente. Drain and keep warm.
- While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a skillet over medium high heat. Add flour and whisk well until combined. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Bring to a boil. Immediately reduce to simmer for 2-3 min. or until sauce is thickened. Toss sauce with cooked linguine. Slice grilled chicken and toss with linguine. Divide into 4 plates. Sprinkle basil and parmesan onto plates and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 674 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 674kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 104.4g | 35% |
| Protein | 24.8g | 50% |
| Fat | 16.6g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3g | 47% |
| Cholesterol | 54.5mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 727.2mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2.5g | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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