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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • - 8 ounces pasta e.g., penne or fettuccine
  • - 2 cups broccoli florets
  • - 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • - 1 cup zucchini sliced
  • - 3 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1 lemon zest and juice
  • - 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions:
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Then, add the broccoli, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • While the vegetables are cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return it to the skillet with the vegetables.
  • Add the cooked pasta, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Serve the pasta primavera warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Creamy pasta dishes often provide a comforting and satisfying meal for any occasion.