Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta (Print Version)
Bowtie pasta smothered in creamy lemon garlic sauce with juicy chicken and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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Zest from 1 lemon and its juice
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1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper
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3 minced garlic cloves
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1 teaspoon of onion powder
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1 tablespoon of butter
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1 teaspoon of salt
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1 lb of skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon of Italian herb blend
→ Bowtie Pasta
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8 oz of bowtie-shaped pasta
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1 pinch of pepper (adjust to taste)
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1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons of butter
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1/2 teaspoon of salt
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Chopped parsley for garnish
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1/2 cup of chicken broth
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1/2 cup of heavy cream
# Steps:
01 -
Fill a big pot with water, add some salt, and bring it to a boil. Toss in the bowtie pasta and let it cook until it's just done. Drain it, save a little of the pasta water, and set the pasta aside for later.
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Sprinkle the chicken strips with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat some olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken strips for about 6-7 minutes per side until they're golden and cooked through.
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Toss the minced garlic into the pan with the chicken, cooking just until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in the lemon juice and zest, then drop in a tablespoon of butter and stir it around as it melts to coat the chicken. Turn the heat off and set this aside.
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Using the same pan, throw in the rest of the butter and let it melt. Slowly stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, letting it simmer and thicken slightly for 2-3 minutes.
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Add grated Parmesan to the warm sauce and mix until it melts completely and the sauce turns smooth. Sprinkle in a bit more salt and a pinch of pepper to balance the flavor.
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Take your cooked pasta and toss it into the skillet, making sure every piece is well-coated with sauce. If it's too thick, loosen it up by stirring in a little saved pasta water. Fold in the chicken and spread everything evenly.
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Serve the chicken and pasta on plates and sprinkle some chopped parsley on top. Add extra Parmesan if you like. Enjoy it while it's warm.