Description
A delightful dish that combines the zest of lemon with tender chicken and pasta, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast: 2 boneless, skinless (about 500g)
- Pasta: 300g (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- Lemon juice: 1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
- Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh parsley: 1/4 cup (chopped)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup (grated, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by rinsing and patting it dry, then season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add lemon juice and simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce, adjusting with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Stir in chopped parsley and serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Consider adding lemon zest for extra flavor.
- Vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes can be added for nutrition.
- Red pepper flakes can be included for a spicy kick.
- White wine can enhance the sauce’s flavor.
- Capers can add a briny touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Pasta, easy pasta recipe, chicken pasta, lemon recipes