Lemon Garlic Chicken Fettuccine

Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente

Reserve a little pasta water before draining

Drizzle the chicken with avocado oil and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, and red chili flakes

Rub the seasonings evenly over both sides of the chicken

Heat a little avocado oil in a pan over medium heat

Add the chicken and cook on both sides until golden and fully cooked through

Remove from the pan, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice

In the same pan, add butter and let it melt

Add the chopped onion and cook until softened

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant

Sprinkle in the flour and mix well

Season with black pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, and red chili flakes

Pour in the heavy cream and stir until smooth and creamy

Add the lemon juice, followed by the Parmesan and lemon zest

Stir over low heat until the Parmesan melts and the sauce comes together

Add fresh parsley, then toss in the cooked fettuccine until well coated

Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce

Plate the creamy fettuccine and top with the sliced chicken

Finish with freshly grated Parmesan and fresh parsley, and serve with fresh lemon wedges