Lemon Garlic Chicken and Spinach Pasta

Step by step

Method

1. 01

   Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving approximately 120g (about 1/2 cup) of pasta cooking water.

2. 02

   While pasta cooks, dice chicken breast into 1-inch pieces. Season the chicken with 5g of salt and 2g of black pepper.

3. 03

   Heat 25g of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. 04

   Add the remaining 20g of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

5. 05

   Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is fully wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

6. 06

   Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, the remaining 5g of salt, and 3g of black pepper.

7. 07

   Return the cooked chicken and drained pasta to the skillet with the spinach mixture. Toss everything together to combine, adding a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water if needed to create a light sauce and prevent dryness.

8. 08

   Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese just before serving.