Description
Lemon Parmesan One-Pan Pasta is a delightful dish that seamlessly blends zesty lemon flavors with creamy parmesan cheese in a simple, one-pan preparation. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked to perfection and angel hair pasta that absorbs the rich, flavorful sauce. Each bite bursts with garlic and lemon, creating an unforgettable meal that will quickly become a family favorite. Not only is this dish quick and easy to prepare, but it also requires minimal cleanup, making it an ideal choice for any home cook looking for convenience without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (pounded to an even 1/4 inch thick)
- 1–2 tablespoons cajun seasoning or all-purpose chicken seasoning (use your favorite)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup white grape juice
- 3/4 cup chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice + zest of one lemon
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1/2 lb angel hair pasta
- 2/3 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley to garnish
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste (about 1/2 tsp of each)
Instructions
- Season chicken on both sides with all-purpose seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add chicken. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken once and add 1/3 cup chicken stock. Cover and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in white grape juice, then add chicken stock and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil before slowly adding half-and-half.
- Add angel hair pasta; simmer for about 4-5 minutes while stirring until al dente.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with parsley, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes before serving over sliced chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg