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Lemon Butter Chicken Pasta

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1
1/2
Tbsp
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Olive Oil
1
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pounds
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1/2
bag
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1/2
ounce
ground
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12
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ounces
baked
Angel Hair Pasta
1/4
cup
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2
1/2
cloves
minced
Garlic
1/2
small
chopped
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1/3
cup
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1
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slices
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1/2
pinch
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Red Pepper Flakes
3
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1/4
cup
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Servings:
4
Prep Time:
15
Cooking Time:
30

1.  In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil.  Add chicken and season generously with salt and pepper.  Cook until no longer pink, about 10 minutes per side.

2. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.  Cook angel hair according to package directions until al dente.  Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water and set aside.

3. Transfer chicken to a plate and add butter to the skillet.  Let melt, then add garlic and red onion.  Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.  Then add lemon juice, zest, and slices.  Stir in crushed red pepper flakes and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until lemon slices start to soften.  Pour in 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. 

4.  Dice the cooked chicken into 1-inch pieces and return chicken to skillet, along with spinach.  Gently Toss until wilted, 1-2 minutes. 

5. Add angel hair and toss until combined.  (Add more pasta water if desired)

6. Plate and top with grated Parmesan. 

** salmon or shrimp can be subtituted instead of chicken – also add chopped fresh herbs or cajun seasoning to change it up if desired **

submitted by Michelle Marquiss

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