Weeknight • Pasta
Speedy Lemon Dill Chicken Pasta
This bright and creamy pasta dish comes together in a flash, perfect for a fresh weeknight meal.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Weeknight
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Craving something comforting yet light? This Speedy Lemon Dill Chicken Pasta hits all the right notes! Chicken, pasta, and a vibrant, creamy sauce infused with fresh dill and zesty lemon make for a truly satisfying and quick dinner.
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 12 oz short pasta (like rotini or penne)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium. Stir in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer, then stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4
Add the cooked pasta and fresh dill to the skillet. Toss to coat, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed to reach your desired sauciness. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh dill if desired.
Tips
- For a vegetarian twist, swap the chicken for cannellini beans or roasted broccoli.
- Don't skip the fresh dill – it adds so much bright, herbaceous flavor to the sauce!
- A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a nice subtle warmth if you like a little heat.
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