Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1-2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Butter
  • 1 Onion ((finely diced))
  • 1 lb. Chicken Breast ((about 2-3 chicken breasts, cubed))
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 3 Garlic Cloves ((finely minced))
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 1/2 cups Heavy Cream or Half-n-Half
  • Lemon Zest ((from one lemon))
  • 1/3 cup Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Fresh Basil ((cut into ribbons or torn))
  • 1 lb. Pasta

Instruction

  • Start by boiling water in a large pot.  Add a generous amount of salt to the pot of water. This will help to season the pasta.  Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain.
  • While water is heating up, in a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and saute for 5-6 minutes. Turn up the heat to medium-high and add chicken breast. Saute for 7-8 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute. Garlic can easily burn so watch it carefully. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Add chicken broth and heavy cream or half-n-half. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest. If you want more lemon flavor, add more lemon zest. Taste sauce and add more salt, if necessary.  
  • Toss cooked pasta with sauce. Top with freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil ribbons.