Description
This Lemon Dill Chicken Alfredo with Roasted Red Pepper Whipped Feta and Crispy Parmesan Zucchini is a vibrant twist on a creamy classic. With tender grilled chicken, lemony Alfredo sauce, and a rich whipped feta spread, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This chicken pasta recipe with lemon and dill brings freshness, crunch, and a gourmet feel in every bite.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces fettuccine or pasta of choice
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 roasted red pepper, chopped
2 medium zucchinis, sliced into coins
2 tablespoons olive oil (for zucchini)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Marinate chicken breasts in lemon juice, zest, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 20 minutes.
2. Grill or sear the chicken in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through. Slice and set aside.
3. In a food processor, blend feta, roasted red pepper, olive oil, and salt until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
4. Melt butter in a saucepan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add cream and bring to a simmer.
5. Stir in Parmesan until fully melted. Add lemon juice and dill. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving a bit of water. Toss with Alfredo sauce.
7. Toss zucchini slices with olive oil, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F for 20 minutes or air fry until crispy.
8. To serve, spread whipped feta on the plate, top with Alfredo pasta, sliced chicken, and crispy zucchini. Garnish with dill or zest.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
Chill whipped feta for at least 15 minutes for a thicker spread.
Re-crisp leftover zucchini in an air fryer to keep them crunchy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop and Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg