NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Chicken Breast

2 oz Whole Wheat Penne

1 cup Broccoli Florets

1.5 tbsp Olive Oil

1 tbsp Heavy Cream

2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese

2 cloves Garlic

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, place the broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp.

• 3

  Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.

• 4

  Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown.

• 5

  Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest, then slice it into strips.

• 6

  In the same skillet, add the remaining 0.5 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 7

  Lower the heat and whisk in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to reach a silky consistency.

• 8

  Toss the cooked pasta into the garlic sauce until well coated.

• 9

  Plate the pasta and top with the sliced seared chicken and steamed broccoli.