Creamy Lemon Pasta with Chicken

Health score
40%
Creamy Lemon Pasta with Chicken
20 min.
5
564kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Creamy Lemon Pasta with Chicken, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and vibrant freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a lavish weekend lunch that will impress your family and friends alike.

This recipe features tender penne pasta coated in a luscious creamy sauce made with tangy goat cheese, a hint of garlic, and zesty lemon that brightens every bite. Combined with shredded cooked chicken and thawed peas, this dish not only nourishes but also satiates your cravings for comfort food. Each serving packs a satisfying punch of protein, making it a deliciously balanced meal.

Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, our Creamy Lemon Pasta with Chicken is designed for everyone, from the seasoned home cook to those just starting their culinary journey. The incorporation of fresh lemon zest and juice adds a refreshing twist that elevates the entire dish, turning a simple pasta recipe into something spectacular. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or making it the star of your main course, this pasta promises to become a beloved staple in your household.

Dive into a bowl of creamy, zesty goodness and savor the delightful harmony of tastes. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups chicken breast shredded cooked
  • small clove garlic finely chopped
  • ounces goat cheese 
  • 0.3 cup heavy cream 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • cups peas frozen thawed
  • pound penne pasta 
  • servings salt and pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  2. Add pasta and cook according to package label's directions. While pasta is cooking, place goat cheese, cream, garlic, lemon zest and lemon juice in a small bowl and mash with a fork to combine.
  3. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid and drain pasta. Return pasta to pot and stir in peas, goat cheese mixture and chicken. Stir in cooking liquid. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories564kcal
Protein23.37%
Fat21.35%
Carbs55.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.27
Glycemic Load
29.52
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.635652428088%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:564.36kcal
28.22%
Fat:13.21g
20.32%
Saturated Fat:6.52g
40.78%
Carbohydrates:76.96g
25.65%
Net Carbohydrates:70.65g
25.69%
Sugar:6.32g
7.03%
Cholesterol:63.27mg
21.09%
Sodium:310.12mg
13.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.53g
65.06%
Selenium:73.08µg
104.4%
Manganese:1.11mg
55.36%
Phosphorus:393.32mg
39.33%
Vitamin B3:7.26mg
36.29%
Vitamin C:25.65mg
31.09%
Copper:0.53mg
26.26%
Vitamin B6:0.51mg
25.67%
Fiber:6.32g
25.26%
Magnesium:82.99mg
20.75%
Zinc:3.05mg
20.3%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.16%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.77%
Iron:3.07mg
17.03%
Vitamin A:817.93IU
16.36%
Folate:60.07µg
15.02%
Vitamin K:15.17µg
14.45%
Potassium:494.61mg
14.13%
Vitamin B5:1.15mg
11.52%
Calcium:74.4mg
7.44%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.56%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.15%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.72%
Source:My Recipes