Sunday’s recipe drop: Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta

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This pasta is your new weeknight hero — comforting, creamy, and zesty enough to wake up even the sleepiest Wednesday night. It tastes like something you’d order at a chic little bistro, but it’s ready faster than you can say “I guess we’re ordering takeout.” The lemon cuts through the richness in the dreamiest way, creating a dish that feels indulgent without being heavy. Warning: you will crave this again tomorrow.

A cozy, creamy, lemon-brightened pasta that tastes like a fancy café dish — in less than 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta of your choice

• 2 chicken breasts, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan

• Juice + zest of 1 large lemon

• Salt & pepper

• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Season chicken with salt + pepper. Cook in olive oil until browned; set aside.

3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.

4. Stir in cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

5. Add chicken and cooked pasta into the sauce; toss to coat.

6. Adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

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