Gluten-Free Lemon Chicken Spaghetti For Spring
A refreshing and healthy pasta dish perfect for spring, featuring gluten-free spaghetti and crispy lemon chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 8 oz gluten-free spaghetti
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gluten-free spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the lemon mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti with the remaining lemon marinade in the skillet.
- Serve the spaghetti topped with sliced chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
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Notes
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp for a different protein option.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg