NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz whole wheat penne pasta

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 clove garlic

1 tbsp parmesan cheese

1 cup baby spinach

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.13 tsp red pepper flakes

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  Reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

• 3

  Season the chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.

• 4

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

• 5

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

• 6

  In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 7

  Add the baby spinach to the skillet and toss until just wilted.

• 8

  Return the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet, adding the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.

• 9

  Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, tossing everything together until well combined and glossy.