Description
Experience a delightful burst of flavor with these Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Bites, perfectly paired with creamy Parmesan linguine. This dish is a fantastic choice for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, thanks to its quick preparation time and rich, zesty flavor profile. Juicy chicken pieces are infused with the aromatic essence of garlic and bright lemon, while the linguine provides a comforting, savory foundation. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 8 oz linguine
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with Italian seasoning and cook until browned.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice, coating chicken well.
- Toss cooked linguine into the skillet with the chicken and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese; mix until combined.
- Serve immediately on a platter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg