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Peppered Lemon Chicken Pasta

Contributed By: npitre85
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A delicious chicken and pasta meal that's quick & easy to make. Variation: Fresh, uncooked peeled shrimp can be substituted for the chicken.

Ingredients

8 ounces Spaghetti or linguine, uncooked weight, broken in half

1/4 cup Butter

1 lb Boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips

3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon Salt

1/4 teaspoon Ground red pepper (to taste)

1/4 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper

3/4 cup Sliced green onions

Preparation

Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil and add pasta. Cook according to package directions.

While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.

Add chicken; cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until chicken is golden brown.

Stir in lemon juice, salt and red & black pepper.

Drain cooked pasta and add to the skillet with the chicken. Toss to coat then stir in green onions.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Meal Type: Entree