Description
Luscious Lemon Garlic Pasta brings Mediterranean sunshine to your dinner table with zesty citrus and rich, silky sauce. Comforting noodles twirled with garlic, parmesan, and herbs create an effortless meal that will delight your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breasts (4–5 thin cutlets)
- 1 egg
Coating and Seasoning:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- ½ cup panko bread crumbs (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (or more, to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Pasta and Sauce Ingredients:
- 10 ounces (283 g) fettuccine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup white wine
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Juice from 1 lemon (adjust to taste)
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Create a breading station by arranging three shallow dishes: first with grated Parmesan, second with beaten egg, and third with panko bread crumbs.
- Carefully dredge each chicken breast through the Parmesan, ensuring complete coverage, then dip into the egg wash, and finally roll in panko crumbs to create a crisp exterior coating.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium temperature, allowing the surface to evenly heat.
- Gently place breaded chicken into the skillet, cooking approximately 3-4 minutes per side until the exterior turns a rich golden brown and the internal temperature reaches safe consumption level.
- Remove chicken from skillet and let rest momentarily, then slice into attractive bite-sized pieces or keep whole depending on serving preference.
- Simultaneously, prepare fettuccine in a separate pot of salted boiling water, following package timing guidelines for perfect al dente texture.
- Without cleaning the skillet, reduce heat and melt butter, creating a smooth base for the sauce.
- Introduce minced garlic to the butter, sautéing briefly until its aromatic qualities permeate the pan.
- Deglaze the skillet by pouring in fresh lemon juice, crisp white wine, and luxurious heavy cream, whisking to create a harmonious sauce.
- Season the sauce with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and Italian herb blend to enhance flavor complexity.
- Add drained pasta directly into the sauce, tossing meticulously to ensure each strand is lavishly coated.
- Return sliced chicken to the skillet, allowing it to warm through and meld with the creamy sauce.
- Plate the pasta, arranging chicken strategically, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese for a final elegant touch.
Notes
- Customize coating by using gluten-free panko or almond flour for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Control chicken’s golden crust by maintaining medium heat and avoiding overcrowding the skillet for even browning.
- Select high-quality dry white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc to enhance sauce’s depth and brightness.
- Allow sauce to simmer gently without boiling to prevent cream from separating and maintain
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg