Description
This Bowtie Pasta Lemon Garlic Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of flavor and ease, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and fresh parsley, mixing until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier dish, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Bowtie Pasta, Lemon Garlic Chicken, Easy Recipe, Weeknight Dinner