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Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta: Quick & Flavorful Family Recipe
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Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta: Quick & Flavorful Family Recipe

A vibrant one-pan dish featuring seared chicken, tender asparagus, and a creamy garlic-lemon sauce over al dente penne. Bright, rich, and satisfying in 40 minutes with no pork or alcohol.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus
  • 2 butterflied chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk/half and half
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ½ lemon (zest and juice)

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for pasta
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; season chicken with salt and pepper, cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden
  3. Push chicken to side, add asparagus and sauté 2 minutes, then garlic
  4. Add broth, milk, thyme, and lemon zest; simmer 5 minutes
  5. Toss cooked pasta in skillet, top with Parmesan and lemon juice; serve with additional cheese

Notes

Swap asparagus for zucchini or mushrooms
Use gluten-free pasta if needed
Add red pepper flakes for spice
Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing
Adjust broth/milk balance to desired creaminess