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title: Lemon Pepper Chicken Linguine
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/lemon-pepper-chicken-linguine-5bad4291ae08b53d0077dcf2
servings: 2
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 20 minutes
time required: 30 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens: [Tree Nuts, Wheat, Milk]
tags: [Pasta, Chicken, Italian, Quick, Protein Rich]
rating: 4.0
rating_count: 696
source_chef: Michelle Doll Olson
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Zesty lemon and pepper create a bright, savory sauce
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Simple steps make it a reliable weeknight dinner
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/lemon-pepper-chicken-linguine.avif"
---
Wash and dry all produce. Bring a #large pot{} of salted water to a boil. Place @tricolor peppercorns{1%tbsp} in a zip-close bag; crush using a heavy-bottomed pan or a rolling pin. Zest 2 tsp zest from @lemon{2%unit} and then halve; squeeze 3 TBSP juice into a small bowl. Mince @garlic{3%cloves}.

Once water boils, add @linguine{12%oz} to pot. Cook until al dente ~{10%minutes}. During the last minute of cooking, stir in @spinach{5%oz} and let wilt. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain linguine and spinach. Set aside.

Meanwhile, pat @chicken breasts{2%pieces} dry with a paper towel; season all over with salt and a pinch of crushed peppercorns. Heat a large drizzle of @olive oil{2%tbsp} in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on surface and no longer pink in center ~{7%minutes} per side. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest ~{5%minutes}.

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in pan used for chicken over medium-high heat. Add garlic, 1½ tsp lemon zest, and 1 tsp crushed peppercorns. Cook, stirring, until fragrant ~{30%seconds}. Stir in reserved lemon juice and half the reserved cooking water. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat.

Thinly slice chicken once it has had 5 minutes to rest. Using tongs, toss linguine, spinach, and chicken into pan. Add @butter{4%tbsp} and half the @parmesan cheese{½%cup}, stirring to melt. Season with salt. TIP: Everything should be coated in a loose sauce—if dry, add more cooking water a little bit at a time.

Divide pasta mixture between plates. Garnish with remaining parmesan cheese, remaining lemon zest, and any remaining crushed peppercorns (if desired).