iTz noT Fettuccine Pasta with Lemon Herb Chicken: A Bright and Healthy Meal

Iqra Shaikh 10.August.2025 0 comments

Fettuccine Pasta with Lemon Herb Chicken: A Bright and Healthy Meal

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This lemon herb chicken fettuccine is a fresh and vibrant dish. This iTz noT Fettuccine Pasta with Lemon Herb Chicken is a super flavourful, light, and bright recipe perfect for a healthy, filling dinner dish—the lemon zest and herbaceous flavour pair well with tender chicken and pasta.

Ingredients:

1 pack iTz noT Fettuccine Pasta
2 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, cut into thin strips or dice into bite-size pieces
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste.
Red chilli flakes (optional, to spice it up a bit, you know)
Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add sliced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and a little browned on the outside, stirring occasionally. Place the chicken on another plate and remove it from the pan.
In the same pan, add the minced garlic, and sizzle for 30 seconds or so, until fragrant.
Add chicken broth and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce has reduced a little.
Add the cooked chicken back into the pan. Add in chopped up fresh parsley and dill. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
Prepare iTz noT Fettuccine Pasta according to the packet instructions while the sauce cooks.
Once the pasta is boiled, drain it and add it immediately to the pan containing the chicken and sauce.
Toss well to coat pasta & chicken with a lemon herb sauce.
Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges.

Nutritional Benefits:

With 260 calories, 20g of protein, 9g of fibre, and 24g of carbohydrates per serving, this Fettuccine Pasta with Lemon Herb Chicken is balanced and satisfying. The dish provides a gluten-free, lower-carb alternative to traditional pasta, making it a lighter option without compromising on flavour or texture.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Excellent source of fibre: iTz noT Fettuccine Pasta is also a good source of fibre, which is very important for digestive health and fullness.
Lean Protein: Chicken breast is an excellent source of lean protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle.
Healthy Dose of Vitamin C: Lemon juice, as you must be aware, is high in Vitamin C — a substance essential for immune function as an antioxidant.
Low-calorie: This is low-calorie, which makes this dish a good option for healthy and light food.

How to Include This Pasta in Your Diet:

Quick & Easy Weeknight Meal: This is a perfect weeknight meal, because it comes together quickly.
Well-Rounded: A complete meal, providing a balanced source of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs.
Tweak-able: Toss in any favourite vegetables — asparagus, spinach, or cherry tomatoes — in the last few mins of cooking for a boost of nutrients and colour.

Tips:

Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
If possible, dry herbs are a no-go because fresh herbs are an important part of the flavour we want to achieve.
If you like, you can finish with a shower of Parmesan cheese.

This iTz noT Fettuccine Pasta with Lemon Herb Chicken is an easy, flavourful, healthful dish that will easily fit into your weekly meal plan. Savour the flavors and the goodness of this healthy dish!

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