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A plate of creamy lemon dill chicken alfredo topped with red pepper whipped feta and served with crispy zucchini rounds.
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Lemon Dill Chicken Alfredo with Roasted Red Pepper Whipped Feta & Crispy Parmesan Zucchini

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 920kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 2 medium zucchini , sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and patted dry
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 lemon , zested and juiced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, dried oregano, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Toss zucchini rounds in the mixture until coated and arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • In a food processor, blend feta cheese, roasted red peppers, Greek yogurt, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until smooth and aerated. Set aside at room temperature.
  • Boil a large pot of salted water and cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Whisk 1 cup of Parmesan cheese into the cream until melted and sauce thickens. Stir in lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and fresh dill.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
  • Plate the pasta, top with a generous dollop of the roasted red pepper whipped feta, and serve the crispy zucchini rounds on the side.