Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Lemon Chicken Pasta, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is an enticing fusion of tender chicken, vibrant lemon, and aromatic herbs, all harmoniously blended in a creamy, flavorful sauce. Served atop a bed of perfectly cooked pasta, each bite promises a burst of tangy citrus, savory chicken, and a hint of herbaceousness. This recipe is not just about the main course; it also features a delightful side dish of crispy, golden-brown roasted potatoes that complement the lemon chicken pasta perfectly. And to top it off, indulge in a refreshing and vibrant salad that adds a touch of lightness to this delightful meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Lemon Chicken Pasta, where every bite tells a tale of exquisite flavors.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EASY LEMON PASTA WITH CHICKEN
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 3 to 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, until al dente. Drain well.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large grill pan over medium high and add chicken. Grill until golden and completely cooked. Remove to a plate and slice.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to a saute pan with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and saute until fragrant. Add the cooked pasta and turn heat off. Mix all together.
- Remove pasta to a large bowl. Add chicken to the warm pasta and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle in chopped parsley. Add the juice of 2 lemons and mix. Before serving top with Parmesan.
LEMON CHICKEN PASTA
My grandmother made chicken wings and served them over rice. To speed things up, I cook lemony chicken breasts and serve them over capellini pasta. -Aileen Rivera, Bronx, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Dip chicken in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess., Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium heat; add garlic. Cook and stir 30-60 seconds or until garlic is lightly browned. Add wine to pan; increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan, until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in lemon juice., Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water; place in a large bowl. Add cheese, 1/3 cup parsley, half of the garlic mixture, and remaining salt and pepper; toss to combine, adding enough reserved pasta water to moisten pasta. Serve with chicken. Drizzle with remaining garlic mixture; sprinkle with remaining parsley. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 577mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN PASTA
A delicious blend of sauteed chicken and light, but creamy, lemon sauce and pasta, baked til the top is crispy and lightly browned. Asparagus or broccoli is a great addition to this dish. Serve topped with a little extra lemon juice if desired.
Provided by EmmLee
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish or 9x13-inch pan.
- Slice or cube chicken and season lightly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle at a boil, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes. Drain, cover, and set aside.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add wine and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and lemon juice and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Don't allow garlic to brown.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add cream cheese, stirring until melted and blended. Add flour to sour cream, mix well, and stir into the pan. Add chicken stock, parsley, thyme, red pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer until slightly thickened. Add more stock if sauce is too thick. Remove from heat.
- Add 1/2 cup Parmesan and lemon zest, stir well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add partially cooked farfalle and blend well. Pour into the prepared baking or casserole pan and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until lightly browned, 7 to 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62.6 g, Cholesterol 78.2 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 703 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
ONE-POT LEMON-PEPPER CHICKEN PASTA
What's better than lemon-pepper chicken pasta? A recipe for One-Pot Lemon-Pepper Chicken Pasta of course! Full of spaghetti, fresh baby spinach and lemon-pepper seasoned chicken, this recipe has bright flavors that are welcome any time of the year. Make it with Progresso™ Chicken Broth and garnish with Parmesan cheese for a full and hearty dinner with little cleanup.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with lemon pepper, salt and black pepper. Cook chicken in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink. Remove chicken to plate; cover and keep warm.
- Add garlic to Dutch oven; cook 30 to 60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned. Add chicken broth and spaghetti; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered 13 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed and pasta is al dente.
- Stir in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, the butter, lemon juice, lemon peel and cooked chicken. Remove from heat. Gradually add spinach; stir just until starting to wilt. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with remaining 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
LEMON CREAM PASTA WITH CHICKEN
This deliciously different dish incorporates a classic combination of flavors: lemon, chicken, and garlic. A nice change of pace from the usual pasta fare.
Provided by Lisa Ramos
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place chicken in a lightly greased baking dish. Squeeze lemon over both sides of the chicken breasts and season both sides using 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Bake for 40 minutes, or until juices run clear and chicken is no longer pink inside.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, season the chicken broth with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a boil and add lemon juice and pasta. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until all liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes.
- Cut cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and stir into cooked pasta, along with the cream and lemon zest. Cook, stirring, over low heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Stir thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 137.4 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 954.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
ONE-POT CHEESY LEMON CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, medium yellow onion, chicken breast, salt, pepper, garlic, penne pasta, chicken broth, lemon juice, spinach, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, lemon zest
Provided by Dhruv Vohra
Categories Dinner
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large pan or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and stir until soft.
- Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add uncooked pasta, chicken broth. Stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Uncover, stir and cook an additional 5 minutes, or until all of the liquid has been absorbed by the pasta.
- Turn off heat, stir in lemon juice, spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese has melted and spinach wilts.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 915 calories, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 9 grams
LEMON POPPY SEED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
The sweetness of the dressing and cranberries along with the savory of the onions and celery, makes this a wonderfully refreshing salad. Great to take along to picnics or potlucks.
Provided by Danyell
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta, and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water until the pasta is cold; drain well.
- Place the drained penne pasta into a large mixing bowl, and stir in the chicken, celery, cranberries, and green onions. Pour in the salad dressing and lemon juice; stir until evenly mixed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 231.4 mg, Sugar 14.4 g
CREAMY LEMON BUTTER CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, butter, red onion, garlic, lemon, chili flake, dried thyme, water, double cream, baby spinach, fresh egg pasta, parmesan cheese
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink inside. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Give the pan a quick wipe with a paper towel
- Melt the butter in the pan. Fry the onion and garlic until softened, 3-5 minutes.
- Add the lemon zest and juice. Give the mixture a quick stir and add chili flakes and thyme. Stir in the water and double cream. Add the spinach and cook for about a minute, until wilted.
- Return the chicken to the pan and add the pasta. Stir and cook until the pasta is al dente.
- Mix in the Parmesan. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Serve with more Parmesan, if desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 941 calories, Carbohydrate 81 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 68 grams, Sugar 5 grams
LEMON-BASIL CHICKEN-PASTA SALAD
Make a chicken pasta salad for dinner tonight. A homemade dressing with garlic, basil and Parm makes it delicious.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a 4-quart Dutch oven about half full of water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt if desired. Cover with lid; heat over high heat until water is boiling rapidly. Add the pasta. Heat to boiling again. Boil uncovered 9 to 11 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender but not mushy. While water is heating and pasta is cooking, continue with recipe.
- Break off and discard the tough ends of the asparagus stalks where they snap easily; wash asparagus. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces to measure 2 cups. Add asparagus to the pasta during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking.
- Peel and finely chop the garlic. Cut the chicken into 1/2-inch cubes to measure about 2 cups. Tear the basil leaves lengthwise into narrow strips.
- Place strainer or colander in the sink. Pour pasta and asparagus in the strainer to drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
- In a large glass or plastic bowl, toss pasta, asparagus and chicken. Stir in garlic, basil, cheese, oil and lemon peel. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
LEMON-PEPPER CHICKEN PASTA
Thinly sliced chicken breast strips sauteed in lemon-pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic then tossed with bow-tie pasta and green onions. Must love lemon!
Provided by Valerie Sword
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Saute chicken strips in olive oil, lemon juice, lemon-pepper seasoning, and garlic in a skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes.
- While chicken cooks, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
- Toss cooked pasta with chicken, sauce from the skillet, and green onion. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 147.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
DILL LEMON CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
This recipe serves fifty people! Cooked chicken breast and lemon penne pasta tossed with a creamy buttermilk and dill mixture. A simple and scrumptious solution for those large gatherings with fifty of your closest friends!
Provided by Cobra
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 50
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the chicken, celery and pasta and toss together. In a separate large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice and dill weed and mix well, then stir in buttermilk.
- Add lemon dill mixture to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Cover bowl, chill for 20 minutes, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 885.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 157 mg, Fat 56.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 56.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 437.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
WHOLE WHEAT PASTA WITH LEMON KALE CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: whole wheat spaghetti, boneless, skinless chicken breast, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, curly kale, lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, ground black pepper
Provided by Marie Telling
Categories Dinner
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Boil salted water and cook the pasta for 1 minute less than the time indicated on the package. When the pasta is finished cooking, reserve ¼ cup (60 ml) of pasta water.
- Meanwhile, heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper, add it to the skillet, and brown it on each side. Once cooked through - about 2 to 4 minutes - remove from skillet and reserve.
- Heat remaining three tablespoons of olive oil in skillet and add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minutes.
- Add kale, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and reserved pasta water. Cook until kale is tender, about 3 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken, and pasta. Stir to coat, and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 743 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 7 grams
LEMON BASIL PASTA W/ CHICKEN
This is a tasty dish than can serve as a main dish with a nice soup or salad. Very economical. I made this a lot when I first moved out of my parents house.
Provided by Amber of AZ
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 portions, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Drain and return pasta to pan.
- In a small bowl, combine butter, lemon juice, basil, garlic, and pepper.
- Add chicken and mix with the pasta.
- Sprinkle cheese over the pasta and serve.
- Yield 4 servings.
CREAMY LEMON, ASPARAGUS, CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by SMorrissey
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set your grill to high heat. Lightly season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken breasts until done. To check for doneness, the safest and surest method is to use a digital meat thermometer. Insert the tip into the thickest part of the breast and when the internal temperature reaches 165°F, remove it from the grill. and slice into strips, set aside. Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Add the asparagus to the pot during the last 3 minutes of cooking time. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking liquid. In a small pot, combine the heavy cream, butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until thick enough to coat a spoon, about 4 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest and juice and remove from the heat. Place the pasta and asparagus back into the pot you cooked them in along with the grilled chicken breasts cut into strips. Pour the cream sauce over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly, adding pasta water if needed to thin the sauce. Stir the parmesan cheese into the pasta. Add more salt and pepper to taste if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices if desired.
GREEK LEMON CHICKEN WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA
A delicious one dish casserole. It's special enough for special events like bridal showers or graduation. It's an amazing dish! A local caterer uses this recipe and I found out it was in Creme de Colorado Cookbook. but I have never found it online. I've adjusted it slightly from their version to make it even better. After being asked for this recipe many time, I decided to post it.
Provided by Bibliobethica
Categories Easy
Time 13h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine all marinade ingredients. Pound chicken breasts slightly and place in shallow casserole or in plastic zip-lock bag, and cover with marinade. Refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
- Discard marinade. Heat oil in skillet and saute chicken until tender. Slice and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt 2 T butter; blend in flour and salt to create a roux. Add mustard and slowly add milk, stirring constantly until thick and smooth. In small bowl, mix egg yolk, lemon peel and lemon juice together. Whisk a small amount of roux into egg mixture. Then whisk egg mixture into roux and bring to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and add dill and parsley. When parsley wilts, stir in sour cream.
- Add 1/2 cup butter, 3/4 cup of the egg sauce and feta cheese to cooked pasta; stir well. Place in greased 9X13 casserole, and top with sliced chicken breasts, remaining sauce and Muenster cheese. Broil until cheese is golden.
LEMON ORZO CHICKEN PASTA
Light and simple. Orzo pasta with lemon juice, chicken, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, and spinach. I typically use a rotisserie chicken, since they are typically packed with great flavor already.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 56m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Combine chicken, mozzarella cheese, spinach, basil, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper with orzo pasta.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate to let flavors mingle, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 854.9 calories, Carbohydrate 88.6 g, Cholesterol 118.8 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 60 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 476.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
LEMON CHICKEN PASTA
I first tasted this dish at our local grocery store and then brought home the recipe changed it to meet my family's taste. My son and daughter just love this chicken and pasta. I serve it with salad and garlic bread - yummy!! NOTE: Since some chef's aren't able to find this butter to buy, here is what the ingredients state on the stick of butter. Butter, chives, parsley, garlic, salt, dill, pepper & paprika. They sell it in the Publix grocery store by the stick.
Provided by diner524
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut lemon in half and set aside.(Or could sub 2 tablespoons bottled lemon juice.).
- Fill Large saucepan 1/2 full of water. Cover and bring to boil on high heat for pasta. Preheat large saute pan on medium-high 2-3 minutes.
- Place flour and seasoned salt in zip-top bag; shake to mix. Cut chicken into bite size pieces, then add to bag and shake to coat the chicken, make sure to get all the flour mix absorbed by chicken.
- Put the garlic butter in saute pan and then add the chicken, reduce heat to medium. Cook several minutes to brown and until no longer pink.
- Add pasta to boiling water; cook 6-8 minutes or to your liking.
- Stir chicken base into chicken; cook 2 minutes. Squeeze juice from lemon into chicken; stir in wine and cream. Reduce heat to low; cook 4-5 minutes.
- Drain pasta and stir into chicken mixture.
- Enjoy.
- Note: Can substitute rice for pasta.
LEMON CHICKEN AND VEGGIE PASTA
This can be a little spicy depending on the heat of the chiles in the can. Ro-Tel® tends to be milder than Hatch® brand. You can also substitute asparagus, zucchini, and Cajun seasoning with broccoli, snap peas, and ginger for an Asian flavor.
Provided by Kim Hampton
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Mix lemon pepper, thyme, parsley, rosemary, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Rub olive oil over chicken tenders.
- Arrange chicken tenders in a large skillet over medium heat; season with half the seasoning mixture. Cook chicken until halfway cooked, about 5 minutes. Flip and season the other sides with the remaining seasoning mixture; cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 5 more minutes. Remove cooked chicken from skillet.
- Mix tomatoes with green chile peppers, onion, asparagus, carrots, zucchini, mushrooms, bell peppers, and garlic in the same skillet; cook until vegetables are softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken tenders to the vegetable mixture. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and return noodles to pot. Add Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese; toss until cheeses melt. Transfer noodles to 5 serving bowls; top each with 1 chicken tender and 1/5 the vegetable mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.5 g, Cholesterol 130.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 40.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 783.9 mg, Sugar 8.9 g
LEMON CREAM CHICKEN WITH PASTA
A friend of mine once prepared this for lunch and I loved it. I asked her for the recipe and I was surprised at how quick and easy it was to prepare. I believe she got the recipe from a weekly magazine.
Provided by Galley Devil
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. (If desired, add a little salt to the boiling water to season it.).
- Add the pasta and cook till just tender. Drain well.
- Heat oil in a large pan and fry chicken in batches till tender. Remove.
- To the same pan, add the blended cornflour, stock powder, water, cream, lemon rind, lemon juice, sugar, teriyaki sauce, garlic and sage and stir until the mixture boils and thickens.
- Add the chicken, cooked pasta and parsley.
- Stir until hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 729.5, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 202.2, Sodium 333.8, Carbohydrate 94.1, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 40.2
CREAMY PASTA WITH CHICKEN IN LEMON-DILL SAUCE
My number one recipe of all time. Found in Starweek magazine posted from the chef at the Unionville House restaurant. Easy, one-pot meal and so creamy and delicious. I like this served with with garlic bread but is pretty rich on it's own. *Double quantities if serving more than 4.
Provided by Madame Yes
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- • In a large pot of boiling water, cook pasta shells for 3 minutes to partly cook them. Drain, rinse with cold water and set pasta aside.
- •In a separate skillet over moderately high heat, add wine, stock, dill and chicken to pot; bring to a boil and then simmer, stirring occasionally until the liquid is reduced by half (~10 mins as the chicken will also release liquid).
- • Add cream and lemon juice to the chicken and bring the liquid back to a boil. Add the drained pasta shells and simmer over moderately high heat, stirring constantly until the liquid is reduced by half again and the sauce has thickened (~5-7 mins).
- • Add parmesan to the pasta and salt & pepper if desired.
- • Stir to mix thoroughly and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 880.5, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 21.3, Cholesterol 188.6, Sodium 136.2, Carbohydrate 89.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2.8, Protein 43.4
Tips:
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice. This will give your dish the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still tender and juicy.
- Use a good quality pasta. This will make a big difference in the overall taste of your dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add vegetables, herbs, or spices to taste.
- Serve your lemon chicken pasta immediately. This dish is best enjoyed when it is fresh and hot.
Conclusion:
Lemon chicken pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The bright and citrusy flavors of the lemon and the tender chicken make this dish a hit with everyone. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy meal or a special dish to serve to your family and friends, lemon chicken pasta is a great choice.
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