Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta Primavera
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta Primavera. Perfect for any weeknight dinner, this dish combines tender chicken breast sautéed with aromatic garlic, fresh frozen vegetables, and your favorite pasta, all brought together with a zesty lemon and herb-infused sauce. Toss it in with a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese for an irresistible flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
pasta
12 ounces (cooked and drained)
olive oil
2 tablespoons (for sautéing)
garlic cloves
3 (chopped)
boneless chicken breast
1/2 lb (diced)
pepper
1/4 teaspoon (for seasoning)
frozen vegetables
16 ounces (asparagus stir fry blend or any preferred mix)
chicken broth
1/2 cup
basil
1 teaspoon (dried or fresh)
parmesan cheese
1/2 cup (shredded)
Instructions
1
Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
2
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped garlic and diced chicken breast, seasoning with pepper. Sauté until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir in the frozen vegetables, chicken broth, and basil. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until most of the broth has evaporated and the vegetables are tender.
4
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot, garnished with shredded parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of the recipe?
The recipe is Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta Primavera.
How is this dish described?
It is a vibrant dish combining tender chicken, aromatic garlic, fresh frozen vegetables, and pasta in a zesty lemon and herb-infused sauce.
How much pasta is needed?
12 ounces of pasta are required.
How much olive oil is used for sauteing?
2 tablespoons of olive oil are needed.
How many garlic cloves should be used?
3 cloves of garlic are required.
How much boneless chicken breast is needed?
1/2 lb of boneless chicken breast is required.
What amount of pepper is used for seasoning?
1/4 teaspoon of pepper is used.
How many ounces of frozen vegetables are used?
16 ounces of frozen vegetables are needed.
What type of frozen vegetable blend is recommended?
An asparagus stir fry blend or any preferred mix is recommended.
How much chicken broth is used in the sauce?
1/2 cup of chicken broth is used.
How much basil is required?
1 teaspoon of dried or fresh basil is required.
How much parmesan cheese is used for the garnish?
1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese is used.
How should the pasta be prepared initially?
The pasta should be cooked according to package instructions and then drained.
At what heat should the olive oil be heated?
The olive oil should be heated over medium-high heat.
How should the garlic be prepared?
The garlic should be chopped before being added to the skillet.
How should the chicken breast be cut?
The chicken breast should be diced.
How long should the chicken and garlic be sauteed?
They should be sauteed for about 5 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
When are the vegetables and broth added?
The frozen vegetables, chicken broth, and basil are stirred in after the chicken is cooked through.
How long should the vegetable mixture simmer?
It should simmer for about 15 minutes.
What is the indicator that the vegetables are ready?
They are ready when they are tender and most of the broth has evaporated.
When is the pasta added back into the dish?
The cooked pasta is added to the skillet after the vegetables have simmered.
What is the final step before serving?
Toss everything together, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot garnished with shredded parmesan.
How many total ingredients are listed for this recipe?
There are 9 distinct ingredients listed.
Is this dish considered a quick dinner option?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick dinner option.
Is this a healthy recipe choice?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as healthy and low fat.
Can I use fresh herbs in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe allows for either dried or fresh basil.
Is this considered a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a one-dish meal.
What kind of cheese is used for garnishing?
Shredded parmesan cheese is used for the garnish.
What type of broth is required for the sauce?
Chicken broth is used to help create the sauce.
How should the dish be served?
The dish should be served hot after all components are tossed together.