One Pan Spicy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Tomatoes
Looking for a new family favorite that’s rich in flavor, and is ready in under 20 minutes? Then this One Pan Spicy Lemon Chicken Pasta with Tomatoes is perfect for you!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 8 oz small, dry pasta about 2 1/2 cups
- 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Juice from one large or two small lemons
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded Mozzerella
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and stir, cooking until soft and nearly translucent.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken and cook until just browned.
- Stir in the pasta, tomatoes, chicken broth, lemon juice, water, basil, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil and continue to stir often, uncovered, for about nine minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese on top, and cover for ten minutes or until cheese is melted and remaining liquid is absorbed.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 60-90 seconds.
Nutrition
Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 1335mg | Potassium: 729mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 523IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 264mg | Iron: 2mg
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