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One Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken And Orecchiette

One Skillet Lemon Parmesan Chicken And Orecchiette

This one skillet lemon parmesan chicken and orecchiette is a creamy, rich pasta dish with fresh lemony flavors that dress up juicy chicken breasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 4 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt, divided
  • 1/2 tsp pepper, divided
  • 2 tbsp butter, unsalted
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 16 oz package orecchiette pasta
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan, grated
  • 1 lemon zested and squeezed
  • handful of fresh basil, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken in half, lengthwise. Rub with 2 tbsp olive oil, paprika, Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
  • Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add chicken to the pan. Cook 3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
  • Melt butter in same skillet. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup chicken broth and deglaze the pan. Add remaining chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add orecchiette to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes until it is semi-soft, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in cream, parmesan, lemon zest and juice, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper into the pasta. Transfer chicken back to the skillet and place right on top of the pasta. Place the lid on, cook on low for 13-16 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Serve with sliced fresh basil.