🍄 Mushroom & Lemon Garlic Chicken Alfredo is a delightful blend of creamy comfort and bright citrus flavor. Juicy, golden chicken paired with earthy sautéed mushrooms and a tangy lemon-garlic Alfredo sauce makes for an indulgent dish that’s just as perfect served over golden herb potatoes as it is with pasta. 🧄✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Lemon Garlic Chicken
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon 🍋
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🍄 Sautéed Mushrooms
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🧄 Lemon Garlic Alfredo Sauce
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Zest and juice of ½ lemon 🍋
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🥔 Golden Herb Potatoes (or Pasta Option)
• 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (or 8 oz pasta, cooked al dente)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🍃 Garnish
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Additional grated Parmesan cheese
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🔥 Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
• In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Toss chicken strips in the marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
• Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 3–4 minutes per side.
• Keep warm.
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2. Sauté the Mushrooms
• In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
• Add mushrooms and garlic.
• Sauté until mushrooms are golden brown and tender, about 5–7 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Remove from skillet and set aside.
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3. Make the Lemon Garlic Alfredo Sauce
• In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
• Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
• Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
• Cook until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Keep warm.
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4. Prepare the Potatoes (or Pasta)
• If using potatoes, toss diced potatoes with olive oil, oregano, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
• Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
• If using pasta, simply toss cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce before serving.
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5. Assemble the Plate
• Serve the lemon-garlic Alfredo sauce over the roasted potatoes (or pasta).
• Add the sautéed mushrooms and cooked chicken.
• Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.
• Serve immediately for a creamy, indulgent meal.
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✨ A creamy, flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
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