Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe

Brighten your pasta nights with our lemon chicken pasta recipe.

This dish combines tender chicken and al dente pasta with fresh lemon and herbs, creating a light and flavorful meal without cream.

Perfect for a refreshing dinner, it’s both easy and delicious.

Our lemon chicken pasta recipe offers a light and refreshing take on traditional pasta dishes.

Combining tender chicken, al dente pasta, and the vibrant flavors of fresh lemon and herbs, this recipe is perfect for a quick dinner without the heaviness of cream-based sauces.

To make lemon chicken pasta, start by cooking your favorite pasta until al dente.

While the pasta cooks, sauté chicken pieces with garlic and olive oil until they are golden brown and fully cooked.

Add fresh lemon juice to create a bright and aromatic sauce.

Toss the cooked pasta with the lemon chicken mixture, ensuring everything is well-coated.

The result is a deliciously light and flavorful pasta dish that’s perfect for any night of the week.

Serve this lemon chicken pasta with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a side of crusty bread for a complete meal.

It’s a delicious dish that’s easy to prepare and full of fresh, zesty flavors, making it a wonderful addition to your dinner rotation.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Lemon chicken pasta combines bright and zesty flavors with comforting pasta for a delightful meal.
• This dish is simple and quick to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.
• It’s a great option for all ages, making it a family-friendly choice.
• Lemon chicken pasta is perfect for weeknights when you want something delicious but easy to make.
• The recipe combines carbs and protein, making it a well-balanced meal.

Cost To Make

Estimated cost = $5.65 or $1.40 a serve

Ingredients

Please note that below is a guide for some of the ingredients we used in the recipe. The printable recipe further down the page has the complete list of ingredients, including quantities and step-by-step instructions.

• Dried Pasta: Such as fettuccine or linguine.
• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast or Boneless Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillets: Cut into bite sized pieces.
• Salt
• Black Pepper
• All Purpose Flour (All Purpose Flour)
• Butter
• Minced Garlic
• Chicken Stock or Vegetable Stock
• Milk
• Dijon Mustard
• Lemon Juice
• Parmesan Cheese: Finely grated.
• Fresh Parsley: Roughly chopped, to garnish.

Instructions

This recipe for lemon chicken pasta serves 4. The ingredient quantities can easily be adjusted to suit how many serves you need to make.

For The Pasta

Step One: Cook your pasta according to packet instructions. When they are cooked, strain the pasta and set aside. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.

For the Chicken

Step One: Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Step Two: Coat chicken pieces in flour, shaking off any excess flour.

Step Three: In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Then add the chicken pieces. Cook until golden and crispy and cooked through. When the chicken is cooked, remove from pan and set aside.

For the Sauce

Step One: In the same frying pan saute the garlic for a few seconds. If your pan is a bit dry, add a bit more butter.

Step Two: Next, add the chicken stock, milk, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice, to the pan over low to medium heat. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.

Step Three: Add the Parmesan cheese and mix through. Continue to simmer until the sauce thickens slightly. Then season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step Four: Mix through the cooked chicken, coating it in the sauce. Turn off heat.

Step Five: Add the cooked and drained pasta. If you want your pasta to have more sauce, mix through some of the reserved pasta water.

Adjust seasoning as desired. Serve, garnished with roughly chopped fresh parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Substitutions / Variations

Here are some variations for this lemon chicken pasta recipe you might like to try:

• Add baby spinach.
• Use whole grain pasta.
• Include cherry tomatoes.
• Add a touch of garlic.
• Use grilled chicken for extra flavor.
• Mix in some olives.

Serving Suggestions

Here are some ways you might like to serve this lemon chicken pasta:

• Serve with garlic breadsticks.
• Pair with a Greek salad.
• Garnish with grated Parmesan.
• Accompany with a crisp white wine.
• Serve with sautéed spinach.

Storage

Store lemon chicken pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding a bit of olive oil or chicken broth to keep the pasta from drying out.

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