Creamy champagne lemon pasta with blackened chicken

Method

1. 01
   Step 1Cook the pasta

   Bring salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.

   PastaPasta water
2. 02
   Step 2Season the chicken

   Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and red chili salt.

   Chicken thighGarlic powderOnion powderPaprikaBlack pepperRed chili salt
3. 03
   Step 3Heat the oil

   Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

   Olive oil
4. 04
   Step 4Cook the chicken11 min

   Cook chicken thighs until deeply golden with a blackened crust, about 5–6 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove and lower heat slightly.

   Chicken thigh
5. 05
   Step 5Sauté garlic in butter30s

   In the same pan add butter + garlic and sauté about 30 seconds.

   GarlicButter
6. 06
   Step 6Reduce the champagne2m 30s

   Pour in champagne/sparkling wine and let simmer/reduce 2–3 minutes.

   Champagne
7. 07
   Step 7Add the sauce ingredients

   Add chicken broth, heavy cream, parmesan, lemon zest and lemon juice.

   Chicken stockHeavy creamParmesanLemon zestLemon juice
8. 08
   Step 8Simmer until creamy

   Simmer until smooth, creamy, and slightly thickened.

9. 09
   Step 9Toss the pasta

   Add pasta and toss until glossy and fully coated. Add reserved pasta water if needed.

   PastaPasta water
10. 10
    Step 10Serve with toppings

    Top with blackened chicken, lemon slices, parmesan, black pepper, parsley, or chili flakes.

    Chili flakes