Lemon Chicken Pasta

5 from 1 vote

Lemon Chicken Pasta

This creamy lemon chicken pasta is easy and flavorful. With some simple herbs and plenty of flavor, this is a great dinner for a weeknight.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Course: Pasta recipes

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: chicken pasta, creamy lemon chicken pasta, lemon chicken pasta

Servings:

Author: chefjar

Equipment

Ingredients

For The Seasoning

1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning or mix together 1/4 dried basil, 1/4 thyme, 1/4 oregano, 1/4 red chili flakes and 1/2 garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

For The Chicken

3 medium boneless and skinless chicken breasts cut lengthwise to make 6 fillets
2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup all purpose flour
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

For The Pasta

1/2 pound 250 grams thin spaghetti
3 garlic cloves minced
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 1/4 cups half and half
1 cup Pecorino Romano freshly grated
3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed

For Serving

Lemon slices
Fresh parsley finely chopped

Instructions

In a small bowl mix together the seasoning ingredients. Set aside.
Cook pasta as per package instructions in a large pot of salted water. Drain once cooked.
Pat the chicken fillets dry and season with lemon pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and salt. Dredge the chicken in the flour and shake off excess.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. When it is hot, add the chicken and sear on each side for about 5 minutes, until golden. Set aside and let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice.
Add garlic and butter to the same skillet, cook for 2 minutes over medium heat. Add the flour and stir to combine, about 2 minutes.
Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring continuously. Add the half and half and bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened.
Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese and add the lemon juice, cook until the cheese is melted. Season with the prepared spice mix.
Add the cooked pasta and chicken and stir to combine.
Garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve with lemon slices.
Enjoy!

Notes

Storage: You can store this pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days of freeze for up to 3 months.

Reheating: The best way to reheat this pasta is in a makeshift double boiler on your stovetop. Heat 3-4 tablespoons of milk, add the pasta and cook until the sauce is re-emulsifies.

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