NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz whole grain penne pasta

2 cup fresh baby spinach

2 clove garlic

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tsp lemon juice

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.13 tsp red pepper flakes

PREPARATION

• 1

  Cook the penne in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain and reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water.

• 2

  Season the chicken breast with half of the salt and pepper.

• 3

  Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side.

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the pan, let it rest for 3 minutes, then slice into bite-sized strips.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 6

  Add the fresh baby spinach to the pan and toss until just wilted.

• 7

  Add the cooked penne, sliced chicken, reserved pasta water, and lemon juice to the skillet.

• 8

  Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

• 9

  Serve immediately topped with grated parmesan cheese and the remaining salt and pepper.