Lemon Pasta with Cream and Chicken




Lemon Pasta with Cream and Chicken

Lemon Pasta with Cream and Chicken - Full Recipe


Ingredients:


2 chicken breasts, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cooking cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
400g pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon Italian herbs or oregano
½ teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Pasta Preparation:


Cook the pasta

 In a large pot, boil the pasta in salted water according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water.

Brown the chicken

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken slices and cook until cooked through and golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Preparing the Sauce

In the same pan, add the garlic and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant. Then add the cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and herbs.

Combining the Ingredients

Return the chicken to the pan, then add the cooked pasta and stir well. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the pasta water until it reaches the desired consistency.

The Final Touch

Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts and the sauce is smooth and creamy.



The following video shows how to prepare pasta with lemon and chicken:


Basic ingredients of pasta:

chicken breast
Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
cooking cream
Italian garlic and herbs
Lemon peel and juice
Parmesan cheese

Why is it so wonderful and delicious?

Suitable for dinner and lunch
Quick to prepare and easy
Adjustable (chicken can be replaced with shrimp or vegetables can be added)
Suitable for gatherings and everyday meals

Texture and taste

The dish boasts a wonderful balance between:

The chicken is very tender
Creamy softness
Mild lemon acidity

Origin and cuisine

The idea for this dish originates from modern Italian cuisine, where lemons are widely used in coastal regions to add a light and refreshing flavor to pasta dishes. Chicken was later added to make the dish richer in protein.

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