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Lemon Chicken Bites & Spaghetti

My entire family is obsessed with these crispy lemon chicken bites! Served with a very light and herby lemony spaghetti, this is such a cozy meal but also one that is ridiculously satisfying. Perfect weeknight meal!
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Ingredients

Instructions 

  • Chop the chicken breast into equal sized cubes. Season all over with the salt and pepper. Season all over with the garlic powder. Sprinkle on the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of the lemon zest and toss well.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large (10 or 12 inch) skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the directions. Make sure to reserve 1 cup of pasta water once the pasta has cooked.
  • Turn the chicken after it’s browned on one side, about 3 to 4 minutes. Continue to brown all over, for a total of about 10 to 12 minutes, until the internal temperature is 165 degrees F.
  • Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • To the same skillet, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds (if needed, add another drizzle of olive oil here). Add in the cooked pasta, ½ cup pasta water, lemon juice, the heavy cream, and remaining lemon zest. Toss and stir for a minute or two so the pasta gets completely incorporated. Add more pasta water if needed. We’re not making a thick sauce, but just more of a slightly creamy lemon coating for the spaghetti. It will still be very light.
  • Add the parmesan cheese and the parsley. Toss well again. Taste and season more if needed. Add the chicken back in the pan.
  • Serve immediately. Top with extra parm and parsley.
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