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Let’s be real for a second: sometimes you want to cook something fancy without actually working that hard. Maybe you want to impress your family. Maybe you want your roommate to finally say “Wow, you CAN cook!” Or maybe… you’re just really hungry and craving something creamy, lemony, and comforting.

Enter: Lemon Chicken Pasta – the superhero of weeknight dinners, the Beyoncé of creamy pastas, and the reason your kitchen will smell like an Italian lemon grove (with bonus garlic).

This creamy lemon chicken pasta is a 30-minute miracle. It’s got crispy golden chicken, rich lemony Alfredo-style sauce, and pasta that hugs the sauce like they were made for each other. Best part? You don’t need a culinary degree. Just a stove, a pan, and a sprinkle of confidence.

🧄 Ingredients (a.k.a. Your Flavor Avengers)

Here’s what you’ll need to gather, friends:

For the Chicken & Pasta:

12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti (your noodle, your rules)
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (2 medium ones, sliced lengthwise)
1 egg + 1 Tbsp milk (for that golden crust magic)
1 cup panko bread crumbs (aka crunchy goodness)
Salt & pepper to taste
Olive oil for pan-frying (don’t be shy)

For the Sauce That Will Make You Swoon:

4 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from one very generous lemon)
2 Tbsp butter (because life needs butter)
2 cloves garlic (vampires beware)
¼ tsp onion powder
2 cups heavy cream (go big or go home)
½ tsp salt
⅓ cup grated parmesan (the real MVP)
Parsley to make it look fancy (optional, but encouraged)

🥄 Let’s Get Cooking, Shall We?

1. Boil the Pasta Like a Boss

Bring a pot of water to a dramatic rolling boil.
Add a whole tablespoon of salt (seriously, don’t skip this—it’s pasta law).
Cook the noodles till they’re al dente (or whatever level of chewiness you vibe with).
Save half a cup of that starchy pasta water (we’ll use it to make the sauce dreamy).
Drain and give the noodles a quick rinse. Yes, rinse. Trust the process.

2. Crispy Chicken Time 🐔

Beat the egg and milk in one bowl.
In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
Dip the chicken in the egg mixture (don’t be shy), then coat in breadcrumbs. It’s like giving your chicken a fluffy, crunchy jacket.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sizzle that chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Once cooked, give it a fresh squeeze of lemon juice and slice into strips. Try not to eat them all before they hit the plate.

3. Creamy Lemon Sauce = Pure Joy

In a saucepan, melt butter. Add garlic and onion powder and sauté until your kitchen smells like happiness.
Pour in the cream, add salt, and stir like you mean it.
Slowly drizzle in that lemon juice while whisking constantly. It’s science! And flavor.
Add parmesan, stir until melted and smooth. Taste it. Add a little more salt if you’re feeling wild.

🍽️ Bring It All Together!

Toss the pasta in the lemony sauce until each noodle is wearing a luxurious cream coat.
Add a bit of the pasta water if the sauce is too thick (or if your sauce wants to dance).
Top with your crispy lemon-kissed chicken.
Sprinkle with parsley for flair (and to feel like a TV chef).
Serve hot. Eat immediately. Try not to weep with joy.

Final Thoughts (and Maybe Leftovers… Maybe.)

This lemon chicken pasta is a creamy, crispy, citrusy hug in a bowl. It’s perfect for picky eaters, date nights, or when you need a little brightness in your day. Also: it reheats like a dream, so lunch tomorrow is officially covered.

So next time life hands you lemons… skip the lemonade. Make lemon chicken pasta. 🍋❤️🍝