Description
Lemon Chicken Pasta is a quick weeknight favorite featuring tender diced chicken, al dente pasta, and a silky lemon‑cream sauce. The bright citrus flavor from fresh lemon zest and juice balances the richness of butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan, while a splash of grape juice adds depth. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe serves four and delivers a restaurant‑quality dish that’s perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or a satisfying comfort meal. Pair it with a crisp salad for freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grape juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5‑7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in grape juice, simmer 2‑3 minutes to reduce.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream; combine.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice; season to taste.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For a gluten‑free version, substitute pasta with rice noodles. Adjust lemon amount to taste
- more zest adds brightness, more juice adds acidity. Reserve a cup of pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 620
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