Lemon Chicken Pasta

Name: Lemon Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 serving
Ingredients: 1 pound (16-ounce box) Gemelli pasta; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon garlic; 2 cups rotisserie chicken; ¼ cup (61 g) lemon juice; 1 cup (238 g) heavy whipping cream; 1 ¼ cups (125 g) parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons black pepper; Parsley; Salt; 1 lemon

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
8
Calories
433 kcal
Course
Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine
American

Lemon Chicken Pasta

Iris Hanson

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Loaded with shredded chicken and bursts of lemon flavor, Lemon Chicken Pasta is a refreshing and delicious meal that is ready in less than 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 pound (16-ounce box) Gemelli pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
¼ cup (61 g) lemon juice, plus extra for garnish
1 cup (238 g) heavy whipping cream
1 ¼ cups (125 g) parmesan cheese, grated, divided
2 teaspoons black pepper
Parsley, chopped for garnish
Salt, to taste
1 lemon, quartered (for squeezing over dish)

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat salted water and cook pasta according to package directions (about 10-12 minutes). Reserve a cup of pasta water; drain the rest. Set the pasta aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet.
Add lemon juice, heavy whipping cream, chicken, and black pepper. Cook until heated through (about 5 minutes).
Add 1 cup of parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted. Add reserved pasta water, if needed, until the pasta dish reaches your desired consistency.
Top with remaining parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Squeeze lemon over individual servings. Serve immediately.