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Lemon Chicken Pasta Quick and Easy Dinner Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and quick lemon chicken pasta perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 3 pieces boneless chicken breasts
  • 1.5 tsp lemon zest
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 2.5 tbsp olive oil
  • sal t salt
  • black pepper black pepper
  • 16 oz farfalle
  • 1 piece zucchini
  • 1 yellow squash yellow squash
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup parsley

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, lemon zest, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook chicken in olive oil until golden, then set aside.
  • Cook pasta until al dente, then drain.
  • Sauté zucchini and yellow squash in olive oil, add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; cook briefly.
  • Add butter and lemon juice to the vegetables, then combine with cooked pasta. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season to taste.
  • Serve the pasta topped with cooked chicken and garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Lemon, Pasta