NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz Chicken breast

2 oz Whole grain penne pasta

2 whole Garlic cloves

0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt

2 tbsp Grated parmesan cheese

1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil

1 cup Baby spinach

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tsp Fresh lemon juice

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

  Reserve 0.25 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining the noodles.

• 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 5-7 minutes per side until golden 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 low and add the minced garlic, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 7

  Whisk together the Greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, and the reserved pasta water in a small bowl until smooth.

• 8

  Add the yogurt mixture to the skillet, stirring constantly on low heat to prevent curdling.

• 9

  Toss in the cooked pasta and baby spinach, stirring until the spinach is wilted and the pasta is coated in the sauce.

• 10

  Return the chicken to the pan, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and serve immediately.