Pasta with Chicken and Peas in a Lemon Cream Sauce – Pappardelle al Limone
Pasta with Chicken and Peas in a Lemon Cream Sauce, or Pappardelle al Limone, is a delightful dish that brings together creamy richness and zesty brightness. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, impressing family and friends alike. With tender chicken, vibrant peas, and a luxurious lemon-infused cream sauce, this meal is both comforting and elegant. Enjoy it alongside a crisp salad or warm garlic bread for a complete dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red chile flakes
- 2 cups cream (or half and half)
- Zest from 2 large lemons
- 1 pound pappardelle pasta
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 1/2 cups frozen peas
- 6 ounces cooked chicken (cut into matchsticks or cubes)
Instructions
- Place frozen peas in a bowl to thaw.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, then add red chile flakes.
- Stir in cream and lemon zest; simmer uncovered on low for about 10 minutes.
- Cook pappardelle according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup of cooking liquid before draining.
- Cut cooked chicken into pieces if not already prepared.
- Toss the drained pasta in the skillet with the sauce, adding Parmesan cheese and thawed peas until creamy.
- Serve immediately with optional lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg