Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta Zesty Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peppery Arugula and Garlic Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne or linguine) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced Zest and juice of 1 large lemon 2 cups fresh arugula 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet, let rest, then slice thinly. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and sauté garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the lemon garlic sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Add sliced chicken and fresh arugula, tossing gently until the arugula wilts slightly. Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #lemonpasta #arugula #italianfood #quickdinner #easyrecipes #weeknightmeals #healthyrecipes #freshingredients #garliclover #pastalovers #comfortfood #familydinner #foodie #homecooking #onepanmeal #simpleingredients #deliciousdinner #flavorfulmeals #freshherbs Brighten up dinner with this Zesty Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta! Tender chicken, peppery arugula, and fresh lemon create a vibrant, satisfying meal everyone will love!

Pesto Chicken Pasta Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh basil leaves (for garnish) Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Pour in heavy cream and pesto. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Add cooked chicken and Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy. Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well until coated in the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 580 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #pestopasta #chickenpasta #easymeals #comfortfood #quickdinner #weeknightdinner #pastalovers #basilpesto #homecooking #italianflavors #parmesancheese #sundriedtomatoes #creamyrecipes #familydinner #cherryTomatoes #herbypasta #freshbasil #pastarecipe #easypastarecipe #pestochicken Pesto Chicken Pasta is your next go-to weeknight dinner! Creamy, herby, and packed with juicy chicken and tomatoes—it’s a dish that’s as delicious as it looks!

Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta Bold and Creamy Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Peppers and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup chicken broth Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Toss chicken strips with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes until tender. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Return chicken to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together until well coated and heated through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: Approximately 600 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #cajunchicken #spicypasta #creamycajun #chickenpasta #southerncooking #boldflavors #weeknightdinner #easyrecipes #comfortfood #parmesancheese #spicyrecipes #homecooking #familymeals #pepperlover #foodie #pastalovers #flavorfulmeals #quickmeals #heartyfood #deliciousdinner Bring the heat to your dinner table with this creamy, spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta! Packed with bold flavors, tender chicken, and colorful peppers — perfect for spice lovers!

Pasta with Chicken Alfredo Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Alfredo Pasta Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine pasta 2 tablespoons butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup whole milk 2 tablespoons olive oil Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Season the chicken slices with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add cooked chicken and pasta into the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Heat through for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 650 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenalfredo #creamyalfredo #pastarecipes #italianfood #comfortfood #chickenpasta #homemademeals #garlicparmesan #quickdinner #easyrecipes #italianclassic #fettuccinealfredo #weeknightdinner #familymeals #cheesysauce #pastalover #foodie #parmesancheese #comfortdinner #chickendinner Craving creamy comfort? This Chicken Alfredo Pasta is packed with tender chicken and rich Parmesan sauce — perfect for any night of the week! 🍝🧄🧀