⭐ Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

🍋 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 large chicken breasts (thin-sliced or cut into cutlets)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 tsp lemon zest

For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

• 250g fettuccine or spaghetti

• 2 tbsp butter

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Salt & pepper to taste

• ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)

• 2 tbsp chopped parsley

🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Chicken

1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

2. Heat butter + olive oil in a pan.

3. Cook chicken on medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.

4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

5. Pour in lemon juice and lemon zest to create a buttery lemon glaze.

6. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce

1. In the same pan, add butter.

2. Sauté garlic for 20 seconds.

3. Add heavy cream + chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

4. Add Parmesan and whisk until smooth and creamy.

5. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

Step 3: Combine the Pasta

1. Add boiled pasta directly into the sauce.

2. Toss until fully coated and creamy.

3. Slice the cooked chicken and place it over the pasta.

4. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

🍽️ Serve With

• Garlic bread

• Fresh salad

• Extra lemon wedges

• More Parmesan

❓ Q&A 

Q1: Can I replace heavy cream with milk?

A: Yes, but the sauce won’t be as thick. If using milk, add 1 tsp cornstarch to thicken it.

Q2: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

A: Absolutely! Thighs are juicier — just cook them about 2 minutes longer.

Q3: What if I don’t have Parmesan?

A: Use mozzarella + a little cheddar, but classic flavor comes best from Parmesan.

Q4: Can the chicken be made in an air fryer?

A: Yes! Cook at 180°C for 12–14 minutes. Pasta sauce still needs to be made on the stove.

Q5: What does the dish taste like?

A:

• Fresh and tangy from lemon

• Rich from garlic butter

• Creamy and cheesy from Parmesan sauce

• Juicy, golden chicken

A true restaurant-style meal!