Lemon-Garlic Alfredo Sauce & Pasta • 8 oz pasta (penne or linguine), cooked al dente • 2 tbsp butter • 2 cloves garlic, minced • ½ cup heavy cream • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese • Zest and juice of ½ lemon • Salt & pepper to taste
1. Roast the Potatoes • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). • Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. • Spread on a baking sheet and roast 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
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2. Cook the Chicken • Season chicken slices with oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. • Cook chicken until crispy and fully cooked, about 4–5 minutes per side. • Keep warm.
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3. Make the Lemon-Garlic Alfredo Pasta • In the same skillet (or saucepan), melt butter over medium heat. • Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. • Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. • Cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. • Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, coating evenly.
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4. Prepare the Hot Honey Pesto Cream Drizzle • Whisk together pesto, honey, red pepper flakes, and Greek yogurt until smooth. • Add a splash of water if necessary for a drizzle consistency.
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5. Assemble the Plate • Serve lemon-garlic Alfredo pasta topped with crispy Greek chicken. • Add roasted garlic-herb potatoes alongside. • Drizzle generously with hot honey pesto cream. • Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
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An indulgent Mediterranean dish, beautifully balanced with sweetness, spice, and creamy richness.