🍋🌿🐔 Creamy Lemon Basil Chicken Alfredo with Parmesan-Garlic Roasted Potatoes—a bright and fragrant Mediterranean-inspired dish! Tender lemon-basil marinated grilled chicken slices served over a luscious garlic-infused creamy Alfredo sauce bursting with fresh basil and zesty lemon, alongside perfectly roasted Parmesan-garlic potatoes. The abundance of fresh basil truly elevates this dish with its vibrant herbal notes! 🥔🧄🧀✨
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Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🐔 Lemon-Basil Marinated Grilled Chicken Slices
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 🌿
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
🍝 Garlic-Infused Creamy Alfredo Sauce with Fresh Basil & Lemon Zest
8 oz fettuccine pasta
1 tbsp butter 🧈
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Zest of 1 lemon 🍋
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
🥔 Parmesan-Garlic Roasted Potatoes
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
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Instructions
1. Marinate & Grill the Chicken
In a bowl, toss chicken slices with olive oil, lemon juice, chopped basil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Parmesan-Garlic Roasted Potatoes
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a bowl, toss potato cubes with olive oil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Spread potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
3. Cook the Pasta
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
4. Make the Creamy Basil Lemon Alfredo Sauce
While the chicken grills and potatoes roast, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sauté garlic until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Add chopped fresh basil and lemon zest, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing gently. Add reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.
5. Assemble & Serve
Serve the creamy basil lemon Alfredo pasta topped with the lemon-basil marinated grilled chicken slices alongside the crispy Parmesan-garlic roasted potatoes.
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A bright and flavorful dish where the fresh basil truly shines through in both the chicken marinade and the creamy Alfredo sauce. The zesty lemon and savory garlic complement the dish beautifully, making it a delightful culinary experience.
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