Lunch: Lemon Butter Chicken Pasta

Recipe by Lindsay Funston Meet your new favorite pasta combo.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon, Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Lemon Butter Chicken Pasta

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
12 oz. angel hair
1/4 c. butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1/3 c. freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 4 lemons)
1 lemon, thinly sliced into half moons
Zest of 1 lemon
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
3 c. baby spinach
1/4 c. Parmesan

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, 10 minutes per side.
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 pasta water, and set aside.
Transfer chicken to a plate and add butter to skillet. Let melt, then add garlic and red onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, then add lemon juice, zest, and slices. Stir in crushed red pepper flakes. Pour in 1/4 cup reserved water.
Return chicken to skillet, along with spinach. Gently toss until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
Add angel hair and toss until combined. (Add more pasta water if desired.)
Top with Parmesan.

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