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Chicken Pasta Recipe

Nutritional Information (Per Serving): Calories: ~620 Protein: ~42g Carbohydrates: ~55g Fat: ~28g
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Ingredients
  

  • 200 g dried pasta or 300g fresh pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 chicken breast flattened (see notes)
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves roughly chopped
  • ¾ cup cream
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 50 g parmesan very finely grated
  • Lemon zest & extra rosemary for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Cook the Pasta
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook pasta 1 minute less than package instructions (it will finish in the sauce).
  • Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Step 2: Prepare & Cook the Chicken
  • Flatten the chicken to an even 11.5cm thickness using a rolling pin and plastic wrap.
  • Season both sides with salt and black pepper, then lightly dust with flour.
  • Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over mediumhigh heat.
  • Sear the chicken for 2 minutes per side until golden brown (cook longer if thicker).
  • Wrap lightly in foil and set aside to rest.
  • Step 3: Make the Creamy Rosemary Sauce
  • Melt butter in the same pan over medium heat.
  • Sauté garlic for 1 minute (don’t let it brown).
  • Stir in rosemary and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the cream, lowering the heat to maintain a gentle simmer (do not boil).
  • Gradually add parmesan in 23 batches, stirring to melt each time.
  • Mix in black pepper and lemon juice.
  • Step 4: Finish the Pasta
  • Add ¼ cup of reserved pasta water to the sauce and let it simmer for 23 minutes.
  • Toss in the cooked pasta, stirring until well coated.
  • Let the pasta gently bubble for 12 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  • Step 5: Serve
  • Slice the chicken and serve it on top or tossed through the pasta.
  • Garnish with lemon zest, extra rosemary, and more parmesan.
  • Enjoy immediately!

Notes

Serving Suggestions
Pair with: Garlic bread, roasted vegetables, or a fresh side salad.
Drink pairing: A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a light Chardonnay.
Tips & Variations
For extra flavor: Marinate the chicken in lemon juice, olive oil, and rosemary for 30 minutes before cooking.
Make it spicier: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic.
Swap the protein: Use shrimp, salmon, or grilled tofu instead of chicken.