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Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

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A bright and comforting weeknight favorite that features succulent chicken in a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce, served with creamy parmesan pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to foam.
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Press the seasoning onto the surface so it adheres.
  4. Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook until the first side is golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Flip and cook the other side until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F, about another 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. Remove from skillet and set aside to rest.
  7. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  8. Stir in lemon zest and juice, scraping any browned bits from the pan.
  9. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon lemon garlic sauce over it, and warm everything together for a minute.
  10. Serve hot, spooning extra sauce over the chicken, paired with creamy parmesan pasta.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry before seasoning for a better sear. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: chicken, lemon garlic, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner, Italian

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