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Lemon Herb Chicken Linguine

Bright and zesty linguine pasta tossed with tender chicken, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and parmesan for a light yet comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Pasta
  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless skinless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnish
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • pot for boiling pasta
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes per side.
  3. Remove chicken and slice thinly after resting.
  4. In the same skillet cook garlic in olive oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer briefly.
  6. Add cooked linguine and a splash of reserved pasta water, tossing to coat.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and add parsley, basil, and parmesan cheese. Toss until combined and heated through.
  8. Serve warm with extra parmesan, fresh herbs, and lemon wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor add sautéed spinach or cherry tomatoes. Fresh lemon juice and zest are key for the brightest flavor.