Description
This one-pan Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta With Lemon & Parmesan is a bright, easy weeknight meal that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, lemon zest and creamy Parmesan in under 30 minutes. Everything cooks in a single skillet for minimal cleanup, making it ideal for busy evenings or casual gatherings. Fresh lemon juice and zest brighten the sauce while Parmesan melts into a silky coating on the pasta. With simple ingredients and active-voice steps, this recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a balanced, flavorful dish that feels both comforting and light.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper and add to skillet in a single layer.
3. Cook chicken 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through; remove and set aside.
4. Reduce heat to medium, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add spinach in batches, tossing until wilted.
6. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan.
7. Add uncooked pasta, cover, and simmer 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and liquid is mostly absorbed.
8. Return chicken to skillet, then stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and Parmesan until cheese melts and coats pasta.
9. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper or more lemon juice, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: skillet
- Cuisine: italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 75
Keywords: chicken pasta, skillet pasta, spinach pasta, lemon parmesan, easy dinner, one pan meal, spring recipe