Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Chicken - Zesty Summer Comfort Dish

Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Chicken - Zesty Summer Comfort Dish

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Bright garlic butter sauce coats penne pasta, summer squash, and juicy chicken, topped with fresh basil and creamy ricotta. Perfect for warm evenings!

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta (gluten-free if necessary)
  • 1¼ lbs chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ sweet onion, finely diced
  • 1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 yellow squash, halved lengthwise and sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 6 Tbsp salted butter
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1½ tsp salt, divided
  • ½ tsp black pepper, divided
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp avocado or olive oil, divided
  • 1 oz fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
  • 16 oz ricotta cheese

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