Description
A quick and satisfying pasta dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant lemon, and aromatic garlic, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Breast, chopped
- 8 ounces Pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 large Lemon
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 cups Spinach
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: chop chicken, mince garlic, and grate Parmesan.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet with chicken, pour in lemon juice, and toss to combine. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Stir in spinach until wilted, then mix in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
For a healthier alternative, substitute regular pasta with zoodles or whole wheat pasta. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
