Name: Chicken & Zucchini Pasta with Lemony Breadcrumbs
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 400 g Chicken breasts or thighs; 2 medium Zucchini; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 cup Chicken broth; 0.5 cup Heavy cream (or milk); 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese; 300 g Short pasta (e.g., penne, rotini); 0.5 cup Plain breadcrumbs; 0.5 whole Lemon; 2 tbsp Fresh parsley; to taste Salt and pepper

Chicken & Zucchini Pasta with Lemony Breadcrumbs

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A comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken and zucchini, lightly coated in a simple sauce, topped with crunchy lemony breadcrumbs on the side for an optional pop of freshness.

Lundi · 1 juin

25 min de cuisson

4 portions

Avant de commencer Save time by using pre-cut chicken strips if available, or quickly dice chicken breasts/thighs. Use any short pasta you have on hand, like penne or rotini.

Instructions de préparation

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Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, dice chicken into 1-inch pieces and thinly slice zucchini. Mince garlic. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add zucchini and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until zucchini is tender-crisp.
Stir in chicken broth and cream, bringing to a gentle simmer. Add cooked chicken and Parmesan cheese. Drain pasta and add to the skillet, tossing to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
In a small dry pan, toast breadcrumbs over medium heat until golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest from half a lemon and chopped parsley. Serve pasta immediately, with lemony breadcrumbs on the side for sprinkling.