Lemon-Herb One-Pan Pasta with Chicken and Cherry Tomatoes

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A vibrant 30-minute dinner featuring tender chicken, al dente pasta, and sweet cherry tomatoes in a bright lemon-herb sauce. This Italian-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs spaghetti, boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes until liquid reduces by half.
  4. Step 4: Add drained spaghetti and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to the skillet, tossing to coat. Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tbsp lemon juice until cheese melts and sauce thickens.
  5. Step 5: Add 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes until tomatoes are warmed and slightly softened.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

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