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Chicken Recipes - Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

When I make this dish, I always smile at how something so simple can taste like a little victory. This chicken garlic parmesan recipe has the comfort of pasta, the richness of butter, and the sparkle of lemon all rolled into one. The first time I cooked it, my kitchen smelled like a cozy bistro. The garlic sizzling in butter, the lemon zest cutting through with freshness, and that golden chicken browning just right—it felt like a moment worth pausing for. Some people say food can't change your mood, but I disagree. A plate of lemon butter chicken can shift a long day into something brighter. This creamy lemon chicken recipe wraps each bite in flavor that balances richness with lightness. The parmesan melts into the sauce like it was meant to be there all along, clinging to pasta in the most inviting way. What I love most about this lemon butter chicken recipe is how flexible it is. Need something quick for a weeknight? Done. Want to impress friends without stressing yourself out? Easy. It’s one of those chicken pasta recipes that keeps you coming back, not just because it tastes amazing, but because it reminds you of why cooking at home can feel so grounding. It’s a chicken butter recipe that doesn’t just fill your stomach—it fills your day with a little warmth.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken butter recipe, chicken garlic parmesan recipe, Chicken Pasta Recipes, chicken recipes, creamy lemon chicken recipe, Lemon Butter Chicken, lemon butter chicken recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden on both sides and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  4. Pour in cream and simmer until slightly thickened. Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted into a smooth sauce.
  5. Slice chicken and return it to the skillet. Toss with the sauce and add pasta, coating everything evenly.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.