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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken over Parmesan Linguine

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A delightful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs seared to perfection, tossed with garlic, lemon butter, and served over cheesy linguine for a perfect meal any night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 oz linguine Can substitute with fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 3 tbsp butter Use unsalted for better control of seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adjust based on preference
  • 1 piece lemon, juiced + 1 tsp zest Fresh lemon is recommended
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Optional, for spice
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese For tossing with pasta

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Boil linguine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Searing Chicken
  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high.
  3. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, melt butter.
  2. Add garlic, lemon juice, zest, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1–2 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add chicken back to the skillet to glaze with sauce.
  2. Toss cooked pasta with parmesan and a splash of reserved pasta water.
Serving
  1. Plate pasta, top with chicken, drizzle sauce, and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or broth to keep pasta moist. You can also switch chicken thighs for chicken breasts or a mix of favorite vegetables for a vegetarian option.
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