Description
A vibrant meal featuring tender lemon chicken paired with fettuccine in a tangy sauce, topped with fresh basil and spinach.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sear the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, slice it, and set aside.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add lemon juice and zest, then toss in spinach and basil until wilted.
- Combine the sliced chicken and drained pasta, gently tossing everything until well mixed.
- Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken for enhanced flavor and experiment with seasonal vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken, Pasta, Easy Dinner, Summer Recipe, Comfort Food