Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

By Muhammad Faizan

🍋 Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Golden, juicy chicken coated in a lemon-garlic butter glaze paired with silky, creamy parmesan pasta. This dish tastes restaurant-quality but is simple enough for a busy weeknight. Rich, comforting, zesty, and unbelievably delicious.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced into bite-size pieces)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional, for caramelization)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp dried parsley
  • ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta

  • 250g spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

  • Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
  • Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

2. Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken

  1. Season chicken with paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan on medium-high.
  3. Add chicken and cook until golden and lightly charred.
  4. Add butter, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and honey.
  5. Toss until chicken becomes glossy and caramelized.

3. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce

  1. In another pan, melt butter.
  2. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute.
  3. Add heavy cream + milk; stir gently.
  4. Add parmesan and mix until smooth.
  5. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Stir in cooked pasta.
  7. Add a splash of pasta water if sauce is too thick.

4. Assemble

  • Serve creamy parmesan pasta with lemon garlic butter chicken on top or on the side.
  • Garnish with parsley.

Enjoy the best comfort-meets-freshness plate ever!

🍽 Servings

Serves 3–4 people.

📊 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 620–700
  • Protein: 35–40g
  • Carbs: 55–60g
  • Fat: 28–35g
  • Fiber: 2–3g

Numbers vary depending on cream and pasta used.

💚 Benefits

✔ High-protein & filling
✔ Balanced meal with carbs + protein + fats
✔ Restaurant-style flavor at home
✔ Family-friendly
✔ Easily customizable (low-carb, spicy, creamy, etc.)

💡 Notes & Tips

  • Use freshly grated parmesan for the best creamy melt.
  • Add a splash of pasta water to thin the sauce as needed.
  • For more lemon flavor → add extra zest, not juice.
  • For extra creaminess → add 2 tbsp cream cheese.
  • For low-calorie → use half cream, half chicken broth.
  • For low-carb → use zoodles or chickpea pasta.

❓ Q/A

Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead?

Yes! They stay extra juicy and flavorful.

Q: Can I make the pasta sauce lighter?

Use milk + a little parmesan + 1 tsp cornstarch for thickening.

Q: Does this reheat well?

Yes. Add a splash of milk when reheating the pasta.

Q: Can I make it spicy?

Add extra chili flakes or paprika.

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