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One-Pan Lemon Butter Chicken Primavera

Close-up of creamy Chicken primavera featuring chicken pieces, asparagus, and peas tossed with fettuccine pasta.
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Make a fresh, light spring dinner with this simple one-pan chicken and pasta dish featuring seasonal asparagus and peas in a bright lemon butter sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound dried linguine or fettuccine
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the liquid to a simmer. Add the dry pasta to the skillet, stirring to submerge it. Cover the skillet and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is nearly tender.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, asparagus, and the reserved chicken. Continue to cook, uncovered, for another 3 to 5 minutes, until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the butter, Parmesan cheese, and fresh lemon juice until the butter melts and the sauce coats the pasta.
  7. Stir in the frozen peas during the last minute of cooking to warm them through. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Serve immediately for a healthy family dinner.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use fresh lemon zest along with the juice.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water or extra broth.

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