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Zingy Lemon Chicken Pasta

Name: Zingy Lemon Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked; 1 tablespoon tub margarine; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 1/4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast; 5 green onions (scallions), sliced; 1 clove large garlic, minced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 1/3 cups chicken broth; 2/3 cup skim milk; 2 teaspoons prepared mustard; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/4 cup chopped almonds; 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions (scallions); 1/4 teaspoon paprika

This creamy pasta dish with a hint of lemon is sure to be a family favorite. Packed with chicken and topped with crunchy almonds, it can be baked and ready to serve any night of the week.

1 h 5 min4 servings

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1 serving

561

Calories

45g

Protein

62g

Carbs

17g

Fat

Fiber

Sugar

299mg

Sodium

Saturated Fat 3 g · Cholesterol 95 mg

Rings show one serving as a share of a 2,000 calorie reference day. In the Nutrola app they fill against your own goals.

Ingredients

whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
8 ounces
tub margarine
1 tablespoon
olive oil
1 tablespoon
boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 1/4 lbs · cut into 3/4-inch pieces
green onions (scallions), sliced
5
large garlic, minced
1 clove
all-purpose flour
1/4 cup
salt
1/4 teaspoon
black pepper
1/8 teaspoon
cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon
chicken broth
1 1/3 cups
skim milk
2/3 cup
prepared mustard
2 teaspoons
freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup
chopped almonds
1/4 cup
chopped chives or green onions (scallions)
2 tablespoons
paprika
1/4 teaspoon · optional

Instructions

1
Combine flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne in a saucepan; gradually add chicken broth and skim milk, stirring with a wire whisk until smooth.
2
Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Add mustard and lemon juice. Allow to cool.
3
Heat margarine and oil in a skillet. Add chicken pieces, green onions, and garlic. Sauté until chicken is just firm and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
4
Prepare pasta according to package directions and drain. Combine sauce, chicken, and pasta mixture.
5
Put into a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle top with almonds, chopped chives, and paprika (if using).
6
Bake at 375 °F for 10 minutes or until heated through.

Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · MyPlate National Strategic Partners The Grain Chain

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