NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup tomato puree

2 cloves garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.5 cup cooked whole wheat penne

1 cup fresh spinach

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

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

• 3

  Place the chicken in the skillet and sear for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate to rest.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and dried oregano, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes over medium heat to thicken slightly.

• 7

  Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 1 minute until it is just wilted into the sauce.

• 8

  Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the rich tomato sauce over the top to coat.

• 9

  Serve the chicken and sauce over the cooked whole wheat penne and garnish with the fresh basil.