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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas is fast, creamy, and refreshing. It’s dinner solved in half an hour.
Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas is light yet satisfying. Every bite has the perfect balance of cream and zest.
Some nights call for a pasta dinner that’s quick, cozy, and full of flavor. Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas is that perfect balance; creamy without being heavy, freshened up with lemon zest, and finished with sweet peas for a pop of color. It’s a weeknight win that looks and tastes like more effort than it takes.
Why You’ll Love Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas
- Ready in just 30 minutes
- Creamy but still light, thanks to lemon
- Uses simple, everyday ingredients
- Family-friendly and satisfying
- Works for weeknights or casual entertaining
30-Minute Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas. Quick, cozy pasta that everyone will enjoy.
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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Pasta and Noodles
- Method: Easy
Description
This dish is cozy, creamy, and just a little bit zesty thanks to fresh lemon. It’s one of those weeknight dinners that feels fancy without being fussy. The peas add sweetness, the chicken makes it hearty, and the sauce ties it all together with a pop of lemon.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil (prevents butter from burning)
- 1 tbsp flour
- 150 ml (2/3 cup) chicken broth (stock)
- 80 ml (1/3 cup) whipping cream
- 150 g (1 cup) frozen peas, thawed
- 1 lemon (zest + juice)
- 500 g spaghetti pasta
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley, grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Chop the onion (1) and garlic (1 clove).
- Slice the chicken breasts (2) into strips.
- Heat butter (2 tbsps) with olive oil (1 tbsp) in a large skillet. Add chicken, onion, and garlic.
- Cook until the chicken is golden and the onion is soft.
- Stir in flour (1 tbsp) and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth (150 ml) and cream (80 ml), stirring constantly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add peas (150 g) and simmer for 3–4 minutes until warmed through.
- If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of pasta water.
- Cook spaghetti (500 g) in salted water until al dente. Drain well.
- Add lemon zest to the sauce, plus a squeeze of juice to taste. Adjust seasoning.
- Toss pasta with the sauce or serve it topped with sauce.
- Garnish with parsley or Parmesan if using.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Joy
Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas brings fresh lemon zest and tender chicken together in a comforting bowl. Quick enough for weeknights, yet bright and satisfying.
Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peas is a quick and flavorful dinner that delivers creamy comfort with a refreshing lemon lift. The combination of chicken, peas, and a silky sauce makes it both satisfying and light, turning any weeknight into something special.
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