ONE-POT LEMON-PEPPER CHICKEN PASTA

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What's better than lemon-pepper chicken pasta? A recipe for One-Pot Lemon-Pepper Chicken Pasta of course! Full of spaghetti, fresh baby spinach and lemon-pepper seasoned chicken, this recipe has bright flavors that are welcome any time of the year. Make it with Progresso™ Chicken Broth and garnish with Parmesan cheese for a full and hearty dinner with little cleanup.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces (16 oz)
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth
8 oz spaghetti pasta, broken in half (from 16-oz box)
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice and 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel from 1 large lemon
2 bags (5 oz each) baby spinach

Steps:

  • In 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with lemon pepper, salt and black pepper. Cook chicken in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink. Remove chicken to plate; cover and keep warm.
  • Add garlic to Dutch oven; cook 30 to 60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned. Add chicken broth and spaghetti; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered 13 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed and pasta is al dente.
  • Stir in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, the butter, lemon juice, lemon peel and cooked chicken. Remove from heat. Gradually add spinach; stir just until starting to wilt. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with remaining 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

Ok Khan
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I loved this recipe! It was so easy to make and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Charity Akweitey
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Salman Riaz
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This was my first time making this recipe and it turned out great! The chicken was juicy and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Ben Taylor
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


moin haq badshah
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This was a great recipe! I made it last night and my family loved it. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.