Angel Hair Pasta With Herbed Chicken Recipe

Delight your taste buds with this light and flavorful Angel Hair Pasta dish! Tender chicken (or tuna – it's a delicious swap!) is infused with fresh herbs and tossed with delicate angel hair pasta. A quick and easy weeknight meal, perfect for those seeking a healthy and satisfying dinner. Inspired by the Cook It Light recipe book!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 512.4 kcal
Protein 83g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Angel Hair Pasta With Herbed Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Angel Hair Pasta With Herbed Chicken

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Onions
  • Carrot
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
  • Dried Basil
  • Dried Oregano
  • Dried Thyme
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Broccoli Florets
  • Evaporated Skim Milk
  • 8 oz angel hair pasta
  • Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Angel Hair Pasta With Herbed Chicken

  1. Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, season chicken breasts (or tuna steaks) with salt, pepper, 1 tbsp dried Italian herbs, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes per side) or tuna and cook until heated through (about 2-3 minutes per side).
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken (or tuna), 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
  5. Toss gently to combine. Serve immediately and garnish with extra parsley 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

21 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

21g

Carbs

20g