Spaghetti with Chicken and Garlic Butter Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Spaghetti with Chicken and Garlic Butter Sauce. This dish combines tender, golden-browned chicken bites with al dente spaghetti, all enveloped in a rich, garlicky butter sauce infused with zesty lemon juice and savory chicken broth. A generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts into the sauce, creating a silky, luxurious texture, while fresh parsley and a touch of lemon zest add a burst of brightness to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly pasta dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and light. Whether served on its own or paired with a crisp side salad, it's an easy, flavorful meal that's sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for fans of garlic butter pasta recipes and lemon chicken pasta, this dish is a must-try twist on Italian-inspired comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Spaghetti
• 500 g Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 50 g Butter
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Once melted, pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.

Step 6

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

Step 7

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything to combine, adding reserved pasta water, a little at a time, if needed to reach desired sauce consistency.

Step 8

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.

Step 9

Remove from heat and add chopped parsley and lemon zest. Toss gently to incorporate.

Step 10

Serve the spaghetti hot, with additional Parmesan on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1323.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2329.0

Total Fat 106.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 592.5mg	0%
Sodium 3226.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 203.1g	0%

Vitamin D 33IU	0%
Calcium 727.1mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1845.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.6%

Protein: 35.4%

Carbs: 23.1%