Zingy Lemon Chicken Pasta
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.
- 4 Servings
- $6.00 - $8.99
Zingy Lemon Chicken Pasta
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.
- 4 Servings
- $6.00 - $8.99
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti, uncooked
- 1 tablespoon tub margarine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 20 ounces 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
Steps
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Combine flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne in a saucepan; gradually add chicken broth and skim milk,
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Prepare pasta according to package directions and drain. Combine sauce, chicken, and pasta mixture.
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Ingredients
Serving Size: 1 serving
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 540 |
| Total Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4 g |
| Linoleic Acid | 3 g |
| α-Linolenic Acid | 0.3 g |
| Omega 3 - EPA | 7 mg |
| Omega 3 - DHA | 14 mg |
| Cholesterol | 59 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 56 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 9 g |
| Total Sugars | 4 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 100 mg |
| Potassium | 505 mg |
| Sodium | 324 mg |
| Copper | 475 mcg |
| Iron | 4 mg |
| Magnesium | 111 mg |
| Phosphorus | 416 mg |
| Selenium | 66 mcg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 77 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.4 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 20 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 75 mcg |
| Folate | 62 mcg DFE |
| Thiamin | 0.3 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin | 12 mg |
| Choline | 94 mg |
Source:
- MyPlate National Strategic Partners
- The Grain Chain