Description
Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta is a quick and flavorful meal that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a zesty lemon garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta, quick meal, flavorful pasta, chicken pasta recipe