Creamy Lemon Herb Chicken
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A simple and comforting one-pot pasta dish packed with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices, vegetable broth, dried basil, and oregano. Stir well.
- Add the spaghetti, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for added flavor.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg