Lemon Chicken Pasta Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Boil the pasta in salted water according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and slice into strips.
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In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Parmesan. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Add red pepper flakes if using.
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Toss cooked pasta and sliced chicken into the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Stir until evenly coated.
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Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve warm with lemon wedges.