NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz whole grain penne

0.5 cup sugar-free marinara sauce

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 cup fresh baby spinach

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes and season evenly with sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 4

  Add the chicken to the skillet and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

• 5

  Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 6

  Pour in the sugar-free marinara sauce and add the dried oregano, simmering gently for 2-3 minutes.

• 7

  Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook just until the leaves are wilted into the sauce.

• 8

  Drain the cooked penne and add it directly to the skillet, tossing well to coat the pasta in the sauce and chicken.

• 9

  Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving warm.