Grilled Zucchini Pasta with Lemon Chicken
Zesty Lemon Chicken with Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Pasta
Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 medium zucchinis, spiralized or sliced into ribbons
8 oz linguine or spaghetti
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or dairy-free alternative)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions:
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Pour the marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
Grill the chicken on medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
In a skillet, lightly sauté zucchini ribbons in 1 teaspoon olive oil for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
Toss pasta with grilled zucchini, reserved pasta water, lemon zest, a squeeze of lemon juice, and Parmesan.
Top with grilled chicken slices, parsley, and optional red pepper flakes. Serve with extra lemon wedges.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 470 kcal | Servings: 4 servings