Lemon-Chicken Pasta…but Better!

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Lemon-Chicken Pasta...but Better! A zesty pasta dish with succulent chicken and tangy tomatoes
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 quart cherry tomatoes
1 quart yellow cherry tomato
5 garlic cloves
5 shallots
2 tablespoons Emeril 's Original Essence
1 lb chicken tenderloins
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper
1 squash
1 yellow squash
1 cup corn
4 lemons
1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 lb pasta ( Recommended ( Campanelle )
grated parmesan cheese
olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
653
Sugar
14g
Fat
21g
Lemon-Chicken Pasta is a classic and tasty pasta dish with a tangy twist of fresh lemons. The succulent chicken is cooked to perfection and tossed with healthy summer vegetables and tangy cherry tomatoes. It's well-balanced flavors, and juicy textures make it a perfect choice for lunch, dinner, or a quick weekday meal. This dish is easy to make and requires just a few ingredients that can be found at any local grocery store. Whether you're a pasta lover or have an insatiable craving for something zesty, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2.Toss cherry tomatoes, yellow cherry tomatoes, garlic cloves, and shallots with Emeril 's Original Essence in a bowl until coated. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
3.Coat chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper, then cook in a skillet till golden brown.
4.Add the squash, yellow squash, and corn and cook for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
5.Cook pasta according to the package directions.
6.Squeeze the fresh lemons over the skillet mixture and pasta. Toss with pasta and lemon zest.
7.Serve with grated parmesan cheese and drizzle with olive oil.

PROS

Lemon-Chicken Pasta is loaded with succulent tender chicken, tangy tomatoes, and healthy herbs.
This flavorful pasta dish can be thrown together in about 30 minutes and is perfect for a family dinner or lunch on the go.

CONS

The Lemon-Chicken Pasta is a bit acidic, which may not be suitable for people with acid reflux.
This dish is not suitable for a low-carb or low-calorie diet, as it contains pasta and cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Lemon-Chicken Pasta is a good source of protein that supports the growth and maintenance of muscles, skin, and bones. Yellow squash and tomatoes are excellent sources of antioxidants which protect the body against free radicals. The fibre in corn also promotes healthy digestion.

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