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Lemon Chicken Pasta

Lemon Chicken Pasta: Quick Comfort for Busy Weeknights

Lemon Chicken Pasta is a quick, creamy, and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 oz Mini Farfalle Pasta Feel free to swap for favorite small pasta.
For the Chicken
  • 2–3 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Rotisserie chicken works as a substitute.
For Seasoning
  • Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use one clove of minced garlic for fresher flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Personalize based on herbs.
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder Can be skipped for fresher taste.
For Cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Swap with avocado oil for different flavor.
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced.
For Vegetables
  • 1 Zucchini Chopped.
  • 1 Yellow Squash Chopped.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can use olive oil for a lighter variation.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh squeezed is best.
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a non-dairy substitute.
For Garnishing
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can swap with fresh basil.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the mini farfalle pasta and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally, until al dente, usually about 10–12 minutes. Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set it aside, allowing some steam to escape for a moment.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Carefully place the chicken in the hot skillet, cooking for about 6–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board.
  3. Using the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then toss in the chopped zucchini and yellow squash along with the minced garlic. Sauté for about 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Once the vegetables have reached the desired tenderness, reduce the heat to low and add the butter and fresh lemon juice to the pan. Stir continuously until the butter melts completely.
  5. Begin by dicing the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces, then return the chicken to the skillet along with the cooked mini farfalle pasta. Mix everything gently but thoroughly.
  6. Finally, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if desired. Serve your Lemon Chicken Pasta hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust the seasoning based on personal preferences and explore variations with different vegetables or pasta types.

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