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Quick Lemon Chicken Pasta

Quick Lemon Chicken Pasta Overview: Indulge in the fresh and flavorful delight of this Quick Lemon Chicken Pasta, a rapid and nutritious dinner option. Utilizing rotisserie chicken, spiralized zucchini, and the brightness of lemon, this dish is a delectable full meal ready in just 10 minutes! Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup spiralized zucchini (see Tip) 1 cup baby spinach ½ cup shredded skinless rotisserie chicken breast ⅛ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper ½ cup cooked whole-wheat spaghetti 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon toasted panko breadcrumbs (see Tip) Directions: Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini; cook for 1 minute. Add spinach and chicken; cook for 1 more minute. Season with salt and pepper; remove from heat. Add cooked spaghetti, Parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice; toss to combine. Sprinkle with toasted panko and serve. Tips: Make your own zucchini noodles with a spiralizer; you'll need 1 small zucchini (about 2 oz.) for 1 cup of zoodles. Or look for a package of fresh zucchini noodles in the produce department. To toast panko breadcrumbs: Set a small skillet over medium heat. Add panko and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 2 minutes. For extra flavor, melt 1 tsp. butter in the pan before toasting the breadcrumbs. Note that you can do this step first, using the same pan you'll use to prepare the rest of the recipe. Suitable for Diabetics: This recipe is light, low in calories, and an excellent choice for individuals with diabetes. Combining spiralized zucchini and whole-wheat spaghetti provides fiber and complex carbohydrates. The addition of lemon juice enhances the flavor without compromising blood sugar levels.