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Lemon Garlic Chicken Alfredo

Seared lemon garlic chicken served over pasta coated in a creamy, bright lemon white sauce with cheddar, fresh zest, and a hint of chilli. A lighter take on classic Alfredo with real zing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 680 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced in half to create four thinner pieces
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp oil for cooking

For the Creamy Lemon White Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 500 ml milk adjust based on desired sauce thickness
  • 200 ml cream
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp chicken powder
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 bowl shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

For the Pasta

  • 500 g pasta of choice fettuccine, penne, or linguine work best
  • Parmesan lemon zest, and black pepper for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create four thinner pieces. Season with lemon juice, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Heat oil in a large pan over medium high heat and sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. Do not wipe the pan.
  • Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining. Set aside.
  • In the same pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the garlic and lemon zest and sauté for a minute until fragrant. Add the flour and stir for a minute to cook it out.
  • Gradually pour in the milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Add the cream and stir until smooth and thickening. Add all the spices, the additional lemon zest and lemon juice. Simmer for a couple of minutes until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  • Add the shredded cheddar and stir until melted and smooth. Pour in the reserved pasta water and stir until silky.
  • Add the drained pasta and toss until every piece is fully coated. Plate the pasta and place the seared chicken on top. Garnish with Parmesan, lemon zest, and black pepper. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 680kcal
Keyword alfredo pasta, Creamy chicken pasta, lemon garlic, White sauce pasta
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