Solo Lemon Beef Pasta Recipe

This quick and easy Solo Lemon Beef Pasta recipe is a flavor explosion! Marinating the beef in zesty lemon juice tenderizes the meat and infuses it with bright citrus notes. Leftover roast beef is perfect, but ground beef or cooked chicken works equally well. Sweet and savory flavors combine in this creative 15-minute pasta dish – perfect for a weeknight meal! Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 2297.9 kcal

Protein 65g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Solo Lemon Beef Pasta

1 lb leftover roast beef (or ground beef or cooked chicken)
1 lb pasta (any shape)
Onion
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
Olive Oil
1 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Solo Lemon Beef Pasta

Place 1 lb of beef (leftover roast, ground, or cooked chicken) in a shallow dish and mix with 1/4 cup lemon juice. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (longer is better!).
Cook 1 lb pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Melt 2 tablespoons butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and saute until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Stir in 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt.
Add the marinated beef to the skillet and cook until heated through (about 3-5 minutes).
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy!