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Microwave Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Tender chicken, whole-wheat pasta, green peas, and parmesan in a simple Italian-seasoned sauce made entirely in the microwave.

Microwave Chicken Parmesan PastaGenerative AI
Calories
610
Protein
48g
Carbs
70g
Fat
16g

Per serving

Ingredients

For 4 servings · 25 min total

4
  • boneless skinless chicken breastcut into bite-size pieces1 1/4 lb
  • whole-wheat pasta10 oz
  • frozen green peas2 cup
  • parmesangrated2 oz
  • lemon juice4 tsp
  • italian seasoning1 tsp
  • kosher salt1/2 tsp
  • black pepper1/4 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1Cut the chicken breast into bite-size pieces. Do not rinse the chicken. Season it with the salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Wash the board, knife, and hands with soap and water before touching anything else.
  2. 2Put the pasta in a large microwave-safe bowl and cover it generously with water. Microwave on high, stirring every 3-4 minutes, until the pasta is al dente, tender with a firm center; start tasting 2 minutes before the package time. Drain carefully.
  3. 3Return the pasta to the bowl and stir in the peas, lemon juice, and seasoned chicken. Cover loosely and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, stir, then continue in 1-minute intervals until the chicken is opaque and the thickest piece reads 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
  4. 4Stir in the parmesan and let the bowl stand for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese melts and the sauce lightly coats the pasta. Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

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