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Lemon Chicken Parm Pasta

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4 servings
Calories 637 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 boneless chicken breast pounded to even thickness
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil spray

Pasta and Sauce

  • 8 oz penne pasta whole wheat or regular
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C)
    In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
    Lightly spray chicken breasts with olive oil, then press them into the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
    Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and lightly spray the tops with olive oil. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
    Once done, slice the chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces.
  • While the chicken cooks, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
    Stir in chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
    Lower the heat, then add the heavy cream, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until slightly thickened.
    Mix in shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, use reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency.
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the cooked penne pasta with the sauce until well coated.
    Stir in the sliced air-fried chicken and gently combine.
    Garnish with chopped parsley and extra parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 637kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 42gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 947mgPotassium: 679mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 703IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken, lemon, pasta
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