Lemon Chicken Pasta
- 16 ounces mini farfalle pasta (454g), or your favorite bite-size pasta
- 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 1 yellow squash chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 Tablespoons butter (57g)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (60g)
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (95g)
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley (15g), chopped
Cook pasta according to package instructions.
Season chicken on both sides, with salt and pepper, lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon EACH of garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and onion powder. Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add seasoned chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, flipping once, until cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm while it rests.
Cook Veggies: Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Once hot, add the chopped zucchini and yellow squash. Season with salt and pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Cook on medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.















