Lemon-Chicken Pasta Recipe

Name: Lemon-Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced; 6 oz. skinned, boned, chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch wide strips; 1/2 c. frozen peas; 1/2 c. chicken broth; 2 Tbsp. cream cheese; 1 tsp. olive oil; 2 c. bow tie pasta; 3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp. lemon rind; 1/8 tsp. salt; 1/3 c. shredded carrot; 1/8 tsp. pepper; fresh chives (optional)

Servings: persons

2 cloves garlic, minced
6 oz. skinned, boned, chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch wide strips
1/2 c. frozen peas
1/2 c. chicken broth
2 Tbsp. cream cheese
1 tsp. olive oil
2 c. bow tie pasta
3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. lemon rind
1/8 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shredded carrot
1/8 tsp. pepper
fresh chives (optional)

1
Coat a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray; add oil. Place over medium-high heat until hot.
2
Add garlic; saute 1 minute.
3
Add peas and carrots; saute 1 minute.
4
Remove from skillet; set aside.
5
Add broth and cream cheese to skillet.
6
Cook over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until cheese melts, stirring constantly with a whisk.
7
Stir in chicken mixture, pasta and next 4 ingredients.
8
Cook 1 minute.
9
Garnish with chives, if desired. Yields 2 servings.

685

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 cloves garlic, minced, 6 oz. skinned, boned, chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch wide strips, 1/2 c. frozen peas, 1/2 c. chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Lemon-Chicken Pasta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon-Chicken Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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