Lemon Chicken Pasta
Creamy, hearty and delicious this Lemon Chicken Pasta is an easy family recipe that the whole family can enjoy.
Servings: 6
Calories: 449kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 16 oz pkg fettuccine
- 1 lb asparagus tips only cut about 2 inches from top
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley
Instructions
- Grill your chicken breasts until they reach 165 degrees.
- Meanwhile make pasta according to package directions, when there is only a few minutes left of cook time add in your asparagus, drain.
- To make your sauce in large pan melt butter.
- Add your garlic and cook for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add in your heavy cream and bring to a slow boil.
- Stir in your lemon juice and zest then add in parmesan until melted, sprinkle with some salt and pepper to taste.
- Add in pasta and asparagus and toss to coat.
- Top with sliced chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle with parsley and top with sliced lemons if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 449kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 169mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1890IU | Vitamin C: 10.5mg | Calcium: 276mg | Iron: 2.1mg