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Lemon Chicken Pasta

Lemon Chicken Pasta: A Bright Twist for Busy Weeknights

Quick and easy Lemon Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish combining chicken, mini farfalle, and sautéed veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 oz Mini Farfalle Pasta Feel free to substitute with any bite-sized pasta.
For the Chicken
  • 2–3 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Using pre-cooked chicken can save time.
For Seasoning
  • Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Fresh is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or replace with fresh garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Substitute with oregano or basil as needed.
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can work too.
For Cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use vegetable oil as substitute.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Swap with vegan butter for a non-dairy option.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 Zucchini Can substitute with bell peppers or eggplant.
  • 1 Yellow Squash Substitute with any soft vegetable of your choice.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the mini farfalle pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and reserve a small cup of pasta water.
  2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and half of the Italian seasoning. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and the butter. Once melted, add minced garlic, zucchini, and yellow squash. Sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
  4. Lower the heat and add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken. Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, remaining Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  5. Remove from heat and taste, adjusting seasoning if needed. Serve garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a quicker meal, chop your vegetables and season the chicken ahead of time. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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