How To Make Nutty Chicken & Lemon Spaghetti
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Add minced garlic and sliced almonds, and cook for 2-3 minutes until almonds are toasted.
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Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the garlic and almonds.
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In a small bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan cheese. Pour over the spaghetti mixture and toss to coat.
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Slice the cooked chicken breasts and serve on top of the spaghetti. Garnish with fresh parsley.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 450kcal
- Total Fat : 18g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Cholesterol : 85mg
- Sodium : 200mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 42g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 32g
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