NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz chicken breast

2 oz whole grain pasta

1 tbsp basil pesto

0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 clove garlic

1 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole grain pasta according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 3

  Season the chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper, then add it to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through.

• 4

  Add the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

• 5

  Drain the pasta, reserving 2 tablespoons of the cooking water.

• 6

  Add the pasta, reserved water, and basil pesto to the skillet with the chicken and tomatoes.

• 7

  Toss everything together over low heat until well coated and fragrant.

• 8

  Garnish with fresh basil before serving.