NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz brown rice penne pasta

0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 whole garlic cloves

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the brown rice pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

• 2

  Before draining the pasta, reserve 0.25 cup of the starchy pasta water for the sauce.

• 3

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

• 4

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.

• 5

  Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for 2 minutes, and then slice it into thin strips.

• 6

  In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 7

  Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the Greek yogurt, grated parmesan, and the reserved pasta water until a smooth, creamy sauce forms.

• 8

  Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken back into the skillet, tossing gently to coat everything in the velvety sauce.

• 9

  Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.