Creamy Lemon Pepper Protein Pasta

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Course, Soup

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

8 oz pasta (of choice - see the "pasta options" section below to see some of my favorite options)
2 tbsp butter (grass-fed is best. Can also use olive oil)
2 tsp garlic (2 to 3 tsp, minced - I like a lot of garlic hehe)
1/4 cup chicken broth (organic - Use the code COOKINGKATIELADY for 20% off Kettle & Fire organic broths!)
1 cup cottage cheese (1 cup of blended cottage cheese OR 3/4 cup organic heavy cream; see the “Sauce Options” section above to choose the best fit for your dietary needs!)
1 lemon (juice and zest, large)
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
1 tsp lemon pepper
1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
parsley (fresh, for garnish)

Instructions

1
Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2
While the pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
3
Add chicken broth, simmering for about 1 minute until reduced by half.
4
Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, lemon pepper, and salt. Then whisk in the blended cottage cheese or heavy cream, depending on your choice.
5
Let the sauce simmer for 3–5 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until fully coated.
7
Top with extra lemon zest, chopped parsley, and additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 313kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.5g18%
Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 25.6mg9%
Sodium 591.1mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 35.7g12%
Dietary Fiber 8g32%
Sugars 2.5g
Protein 23.1g47%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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