Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
633 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe
Description
The Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe features boneless skinless chicken breasts seasoned with lemon juice, garlic powder, and pepper, then baked until cooked through. Meanwhile, penne pasta is simmered directly in chicken broth with lemon juice and seasoning until the broth is mostly absorbed, infusing the pasta with savory and citrus notes. The cooked chicken is chopped and stirred into the pasta along with heavy whipping cream and lemon zest, creating a creamy, tangy sauce that clings to the pasta and chicken pieces.
The resulting dish balances the richness of the cream with fresh lemon flavors and mild spiced chicken. The sauce's smooth, thick consistency and the tender pasta make it satisfying and comforting. Optionally, shredded cheese may be sprinkled on top for extra richness.
This pasta works well as a standalone main course, providing protein and comforting carbs with a fresh citrus profile. It can be served immediately after a brief resting period to allow flavors to meld. The steps focus on baking chicken separately and then combining with pasta cooked in broth, elevating the flavor profile beyond plain boiled pasta.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast cut in half, boneless skinless
- 1 lemon quartered
- 2 tsp garlic powder divided
- 1 tsp black pepper divided, ground
- 29 oz chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice fresh
- 16 oz penne pasta cooked as directed on box
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp lemon grated, zest
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- cheese optional, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by squeezing lemon over both sides and seasoning with 1 teaspoon garlic powder and ¾ teaspoon pepper. Bake at 350 for about 40 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, add remaining teaspoon of garlic powder and pepper to chicken broth. Bring to a boil and add lemon juice and pasta. Cook over medium heat until all liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally, approximately 25 minutes.
- Cut up your chicken into bite-sized pieces and stir in to your pasta, along with the whipping cream and lemon zest. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring every minute. Remove from heat. Let stand about 5 minutes before stirring and serving. (Sprinkle shredded or grated cheese on top if desired)
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 633 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g | |
| Calories | 633kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 154mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 661mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 793mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 918IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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