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lemon garlic chicken pasta

Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta: 7 Reasons You’ll Love It


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A simple and delicious lemon garlic chicken pasta dish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 2 chicken breasts, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  6. Combine chicken mixture with cooked spaghetti.
  7. Toss in parsley, salt, and pepper.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste.
  • Top with grated parmesan if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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