Lemon Chicken Linguine Recipe

Name: Lemon Chicken Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces linguine, uncooked; 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 breasts); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup chicken broth; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lemon, zest of; 1 cup evaporated skim milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1/4 cup sliced scallion; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons grated lowfat parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

8 ounces linguine, uncooked
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 breasts)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon, zest of
1 cup evaporated skim milk
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup sliced scallion
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
3 tablespoons grated lowfat parmesan cheese

1
Cut chicken into 3/4 inch cubes.
2
Sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
3
Set aside.
4
In a small bowl, stir together broth, lemon juice and lemon zest.
5
Set aside.
6
In another bowl, stir together cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of the evaporated milk, stirring until cornstarch dissolves.
7
Stir in the rest of the evaporated milk.
8
Set aside.
9
Cook linguine according in a large pot of water according to package directions.
10
Meanwhile, spray a large nonstick skillet with olive oil spray (or just use regular olive oil).
11
Stir fry garlic and chicken over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink inside.
12
Reduce heat to medium.
13
Add linguine to skillet.
14
Pour broth mixture on top; toss.
15
Slowly pour milk mixture over.
16
Toss gently for 1-2 minutes, or until sauce is just beginning to boil and thickens slightly.
17
If it seems too dry, add a little more evaporated milk.
18
Add scallions and parsley to the skillet; toss.
19
Remove skillet from heat.
20
Toss in Parmesan cheese.
21
Serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces linguine, uncooked, 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 breasts), 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Lemon Chicken Linguine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Chicken Linguine

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