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Chicken Pasta with Lemon Garlic Sauce

A vibrant dish featuring tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a zesty lemon garlic sauce that's easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked pasta (penne, spaghetti, or farfalle)
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced Ensure chicken is Halal compliant.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Avoid overcooking.
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • Parmesan cheese, for serving
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Season the diced chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
Cooking the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  2. Add the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine.
Combining and Serving
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss in the drained pasta and a bit of reserved pasta water to make the sauce creamier. Mix well and season with more salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Plate the dish, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

If there are leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water or olive oil.