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crispy chicken on top of linguine pasta on a white plate
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Lemon Chicken Pasta

Lemon Chicken Pasta recipe is a simple dinner idea that combines the tangy zest of lemon with the savory flavors of Panko crusted chicken
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 579kcal
Author: Sarah Alvord, Feeding Your Fam

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced horizontally and pounded thin
  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 6 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 pound linguine pasta

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions.
  • Heat avocado oil into heavy bottom pan and place over medium heat
  • Combine bread crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a shallow bowl
  • Press chicken breasts into the bread crumbs on both sides.
  • Cook in the oil on both side for 3-5 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165º F and the chicken is cooked through
  • Remove from the pan to a clean plate
  • Clean out any leftover bread crumbs from the pan.
  • Melt the butter in the same pan and add in the garlic, red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, lemon zest and lemon juice. Stir and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the butter mixture and stir to coat. Pour in 1/4 cup of the pasta water and stir until the sauce is thick and creamy. Add in the grated parmesan and stir. Add more pasta water as desired.
  • Serve sliced chicken over pasta, squeeze extra lemon juice and parmesan over just before serving.

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Notes

  • Nutrition facts are just an estimate
  • chicken can be placed on a paper towel lined plate after cooking to help absorb some of the oil
  • store any leftovers in separate air tight containers in the refrigerators for up to 3 days

Nutrition

Calories: 579kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 708mg | Potassium: 515mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 2mg
Course: Chicken, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: 30 Minute Meal, Chicken Recipes, Dinner
Keyword: Lemon Chicken Pasta
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