Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Chicken (Printable Version)

Creamy lemon-garlic Alfredo pasta with shrimp and chicken, finished with fresh Parmesan and herbs.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
02 - 225 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
03 - Salt, to taste
04 - Ground black pepper, to taste
05 - 1 tsp paprika
06 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
07 - 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter, divided

→ Pasta

08 - 340 g fettuccine or linguine pasta

→ Alfredo Sauce

09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
10 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
11 - 310 ml heavy cream
12 - 100 g grated Parmesan cheese
13 - Zest of 1 lemon
14 - Juice of 1 lemon
15 - Salt, to taste
16 - Ground black pepper, to taste
17 - 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
18 - Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

# Steps To Follow:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine or linguine until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
02 - Pat chicken slices dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken slices for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
03 - Add 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter to the same skillet. Place shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
04 - In the same pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until aromatic. Pour in heavy cream, stirring and simmering gently for 2 to 3 minutes. Add grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir until cheese melts and sauce thickens to desired consistency. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
05 - Return cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to evenly coat with sauce. Add the reserved chicken and shrimp and gently fold together. Allow to simmer for 1 to 2 minutes so flavors meld.
06 - Plate the dish and garnish with chopped parsley, extra Parmesan cheese, and a light squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve immediately.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - For added vegetables, stir in sautéed spinach or steamed broccoli with the pasta.
02 - Replace heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, or add Cajun seasoning for additional spice.

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