NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4.5 oz chicken breast

1.25 oz whole wheat linguine

1 tbsp basil pesto

0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

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

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the skillet to rest, then slice into thin strips.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the cherry tomatoes and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes begin to blister and soften.

• 6

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

• 7

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

• 8

  Toss everything together over low heat until well coated and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.