YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Pesto Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Sautéed chicken breast and whole grain pasta tossed in a vibrant basil pesto with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and fresh baby spinach.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
1.5 oz whole wheat penne pasta
1.5 tbsp basil pesto
2 tbsp dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup baby spinach
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
1 clove garlic
PREPARATION
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season them evenly with sea salt and black pepper.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
Add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and toss frequently until the leaves are just wilted.
Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of pasta water, then add the pasta to the skillet with the chicken and vegetables.
Remove the skillet from the heat, add the basil pesto, and toss everything together until well coated, adding a splash of pasta water if needed for creaminess.