Description
Creamy Lemon-Garlic Chicken Fettuccine is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic in a rich, creamy sauce. This easy one-skillet recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, ensuring maximum flavor with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh lemon juice and zest
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in chopped turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Gradually mix in reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the skillet until well coated. Serve immediately with lemon zest for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 95mg