Description
This creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta features tender chicken breast strips in a rich, flavorful parmesan sauce with hints of garlic, herbs, and a touch of lemon, making a comforting and delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Sauce Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 chicken bouillon cube
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon EACH: onion powder, dried oregano, basil, parsley
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 1/4 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning (see notes)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 lb. thin spaghetti
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated )
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce mixture: Combine the sauce ingredients in a large measuring cup with a spout and set aside. Measure out remaining ingredients before beginning.
- Tenderize and season chicken: Cover the chicken with saran wrap and use a meat mallet to tenderize each side. Cut it into 2-inch strips and pat it dry. Sprinkle with lemon pepper seasoning and toss to coat.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until golden and cooked through, 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Boil pasta water: As you continue with the following steps, bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta. Once a boil is reached, stir in some salt. (I use ½ tablespoon Kosher salt.)
- Make the sauce base: Add the butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes.
- Add sauce mixture and simmer: Add the sauce mixture (from step 1) in small splashes, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Let it simmer uncovered while you cook the pasta to al dente according to package instructions.
- Add cheese to sauce: When the pasta is almost done, set the heat of the sauce to low and gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese.
- Combine pasta and chicken with sauce: Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce along with the cooked chicken and toss to coat. Let the chicken heat through for 1 minute.
- Finish and serve: Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice. Garnish with parsley and serve!
Notes
- Lemon pepper seasoning is a key flavor; see notes for recommended brands or homemade blends.
