Ingredients
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Here’s what you’ll need for this delicious meal:
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Sauté cubed chicken in melted butter, seasoning with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until golden.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and stir in Parmesan and lemon juice.
- Toss cooked linguine with the sauce, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like basil or thyme.
- Make sure to adjust the seasoning to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg