LEMON CHICKEN WITH PASTA

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Karen Hall adds chicken to a few pantry staples in South Hamilton, Massachusetts...and she has a wonderful warm entree in minutes. Guests always ask for the recipe, but her friends and "pasta-hating husband" just ask for seconds!More Easy Main Dish Recipes »

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups uncooked medium pasta shells
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
6 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large resealable plastic bag, combine the bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute chicken in 4 teaspoons oil until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, cook onion in remaining oil over medium heat until tender. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended. Gradually stir in broth and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Drain pasta; toss with lemon sauce. Serve with chicken; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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