Ingredients
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Here’s a list of everything you need to create this delightful dish. Feel free to make substitutions where necessary—after all, cooking is about making it your own.
- 12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine work great)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
For a twist, try substituting the chicken with shrimp or adding a handful of spinach for extra greens!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these steps to bring this delicious dish to life in your kitchen.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and chicken broth. Mix until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Add the lemon zest and mix well.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy chicken mixture until well combined.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy!
Tip: If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International