Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta Recipe

Indulge in this elegant and delicious Lemon Garlic Chicken over Angel Hair Pasta! This quick and easy recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken in a creamy lemon-garlic sauce, perfectly complementing delicate angel hair pasta. A burst of fresh lemon and parsley adds a vibrant finish. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 684.5 kcal
Protein 83g
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Ingredients for Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta

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How to Make Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  2. Dredge each chicken breast (about 1.5 lbs total) in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Pour in 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth (or use pasta cooking water for extra thickness).
  6. Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  8. Meanwhile, cook 8 ounces of angel hair pasta according to package directions.
  9. Drain the pasta and add it to a large serving bowl.
  10. Pour the chicken and sauce over the pasta.
  11. Toss gently to combine.
  12. Top with 1/4 cup of extra grated Parmesan cheese.
  13. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

50g

Carbs

26g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta?

Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta?

Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta has approximately 684.5 calories per serving, with about 83 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta?

The key ingredients for Lemon Garlic Chicken Over Angel Hair Pasta are Flour, Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Powder, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, Butter, Lemon, Juice Of. See the full list with measurements above.

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