Ingredients for Angel Hair Pasta W Lemon Chicken
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- Cooked Chicken
- Butter
- Lemon Juice
- Fresh Parsley
- Marjoram
- Garlic Powder
How to Make Angel Hair Pasta W Lemon Chicken
- Cook 8 ounces of angel hair pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add 1/4 cup of dry white wine (optional) to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Stir in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of lemon zest, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional).
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Add reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately and garnish with extra parsley and lemon zest, if desired.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
54g
Carbs
16g
