Easy, economical and delicious describes this chicken dish. It can be on your table in about 30 minutes. Serve with a side salad, if desired.
16-17 oz. spaghetti, cooked
2 T. oil
4 chicken breasts, butterflied
1/2 c. flour
1 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 t. pepper
2 T. butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 c. heavy cream
freshly squeezed juice of 2 lemons
zest of 1 lemon
salt and pepper, to taste
2 T. chopped parsley
Mix together flour, 1 c. Parmesan cheese and pepper. Coat chicken in this mixture and press to adhere.
Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside; keep warm.
Reduce skillet temperature to medium; add butter and garlic; cook until fragrant. Add lemon juice; reduce slightly. Pour in cream and remaining cheese; bring to a simmer.
Add cooked spaghetti and parsley; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss to coat.
Serve pasta with sliced chicken on top and garnished with parsley.
4-6 servings.