Chicken with Angel Hair Pasta
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Chicken with Angel Hair Pasta recipe—a perfect blend of tender chicken, delicate pasta, and a luscious, buttery garlic-lemon sauce. This quick yet impressive dish features juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts paired with light and airy angel hair pasta, all tossed in a vibrant sauce made with real Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat. With a 35-minute total cooking time, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for busy weeknights but sophisticated enough for a special occasion. Serve it up with a fresh green salad or garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 8 ounces Angel hair pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to the package instructions (approximately 4-5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest. Slice into strips when slightly cooled.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it reduce slightly for about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted and combined.
Add the cooked angel hair pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and toss again until the cheese has melted.
Return the sliced chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the pasta. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes, if desired.
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley, if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.8 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.3 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 401 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 3065 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.0 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 146.2 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 265 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
