DINNER IN 25 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
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Step 1
Cook pasta in salted water until tender and reserve a little pasta water.
DINNER IN 25 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
CHICKEN · DINNER
Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta
Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta recipe with pasta, chicken, and garlic. A simple 25-minute dinner with clear, step-by-step instructions.
Total time25 min
YieldServes 3
DietNo specific diet
Shopping10 ingredients
DifficultyEasy
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Method
4 steps · about 25 minutes total
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Step 2
Cook chicken in olive oil until browned and cooked through.
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Step 3
Add garlic and oregano, then stir in cream, lemon zest and lemon juice.
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Step 4
Toss with pasta and parmesan. Add pasta water if needed and season.
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Cooking notes & good-to-know answers.
Small details for confident timing, useful swaps, and safer leftovers.
Cooking notes
Cut chicken into even pieces so it cooks consistently, and cook it through before serving.
Reserve a little pasta water before draining; a splash can help loosen and coat the sauce.
Garlic cooks quickly; keep the heat moderate to avoid burning it and turning it bitter.
Good to know
Serve it with a simple side that complements the main ingredients, such as a salad, cooked vegetables, bread or rice where appropriate.
Yes. A similar short pasta can usually be swapped for another short shape, while spaghetti-style pasta works best with sauces designed to coat long strands.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them according to local food-safety guidance.
About this recipe
Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta is a dinner idea built around pasta, chicken, garlic, and lemon. It is designed for straightforward home cooking and takes about 25 minutes, making it a useful option when you want a practical meal without a long ingredient list.
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