NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz chicken breast

1 oz whole grain penne pasta

1 tsp olive oil

2 tbsp plain nonfat Greek yogurt

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic

1 cup fresh spinach

0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While pasta cooks, season the diced chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through.

• 4

  Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 5

  Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, then stir in the fresh spinach until it begins to wilt.

• 6

  Reduce heat to low, stir in the Greek yogurt and parmesan cheese until a smooth, velvety sauce forms.

• 7

  Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, coating every noodle in the creamy garlic sauce before serving.