One-Pot Lemon Chicken Pasta – Plain Chicken

One-Pot Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe – Quick, easy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this one-pot lemon chicken pasta is a weeknight dinner game-changer! With tender chicken, zesty lemon, and perfectly cooked pasta all made in one pot, cleanup is a breeze. It’s perfect for busy nights when you need something delicious on the table fast.

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Easy Lemon Chicken Pasta

This One-Pot Lemon Chicken Pasta is a flavor-packed, comforting dish that brings bright and zesty goodness to your table with minimal effort. The tender pasta soaks up the tangy lemon sauce, creating a light yet creamy base that perfectly complements the juicy, savory chicken. Each bite bursts with a refreshing lemony zing, balanced by a hint of garlic and a sprinkle of Parmesan for that extra touch of richness. It’s the kind of dish that leaves you satisfied and coming back for more, with the bonus of only having one pot to clean up afterward!

How to Make One-Pot Lemon Chicken Pasta

This chicken pasta dish is effortless to make with only a few simple ingredients. Cut boneless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and season with garlic and herb seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the skillet and sauté until browned. Add garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

Add lemon juice, lemon zest, chicken broth, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and pasta; bring to a boil. Reduce to medium heat; simmer until the pasta is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Add chicken back to the skillet and cook until warm. Remove from heat, stir butter and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with lemon wedges, extra parmesan cheese and parsley.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• You can use any shape of pasta that you prefer.
  • Penne rigate, elbow macaroni, bowtie pasta, or fusilli pasta all work great.
• Variations/Additions:
  • broccoli florets
  • spinach
  • asparagus
  • mushrooms
  • capers
  • sundried tomatoes
  • red pepper flakes
• Can substitute rotisserie chicken for boneless skinless chicken breasts.
  • Chicken thighs or chicken tenderloins also work well in this recipe.
• Can I freeze leftover pasta? I do not recommend freezing this dish. 
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • I recommend reheating it on the stove at low heat and adding a few splashes of chicken broth.

What to Serve with Chicken Pasta

This has quickly earned a spot in our dinner rotation. It is so easy to make, and everyone loves it! When serving pasta, you’ll want to keep the sides light and complementary to let the bright flavors of the dish shine. 

No matter what you serve with this pasta, it is sure to be a hit! Looking for more easy one-pot meals? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

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One-Pot Lemon Chicken Pasta

Yield: 4 people

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

One-Pot Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe – Quick, easy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this one-pot lemon chicken pasta is a weeknight dinner game-changer! With tender chicken, zesty lemon, and perfectly cooked pasta all made in one pot, cleanup is a breeze. It’s a light yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy nights when you need something delicious on the table fast.

• Cut boneless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and season with garlic and herb seasoning.

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes, until browned. Add garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

• Add lemon juice, lemon zest, chicken broth, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and pasta; bring to a boil. Reduce to medium heat; simmer until the pasta is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.

• Add chicken back to the skillet and cook until warm. Remove from heat, stir butter and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

• ou can use any shape of pasta that you prefer.
  • Penne rigate, elbow macaroni, bowtie pasta, or fusilli pasta all work great.
• Variations/Additions:
  • broccoli florets
  • spinach
  • asparagus
  • mushrooms
  • capers
  • sundried tomatoes
  • red pepper flakes
• Can substitute rotisserie chicken for boneless skinless chicken breasts.
  • Chicken thighs or chicken tenderloins also work well in this recipe.
• Can I freeze leftover pasta? I do not recommend freezing this dish. 
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • I recommend reheating it on the stove at low heat and adding a few splashes of chicken broth.

Steph