NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz chicken breast

1.25 oz whole grain penne pasta

1 tsp olive oil

0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic

1 cup broccoli florets

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

1 tbsp fresh parsley

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

  During the last 3 minutes of pasta cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water to blanch them until tender-crisp.

• 3

  Reserve 0.25 cup of the starchy pasta water, then drain the pasta and broccoli.

• 4

  Season the chicken breast with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

• 5

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

• 6

  In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 7

  Whisk together the Greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, and reserved pasta water in the skillet to create a smooth sauce.

• 8

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

• 9

  Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.