NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz Chicken breast

0.75 cup Whole wheat penne pasta

0.5 cup Broccoli florets

0.5 cup Red bell pepper

1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves Garlic

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tsp Fresh parsley

1 tsp Lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

• 2

  Place the broccoli florets and chopped red bell pepper on the sheet, tossing with a tiny drop of oil and a pinch of salt.

• 3

  Roast the vegetables for 15 to 20 minutes until they are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.

• 4

  While vegetables roast, boil the whole wheat penne in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

• 5

  Season the chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper, then sear in a non-stick pan over medium heat until golden and cooked through.

• 6

  Remove the chicken from the pan and slice it into thin strips.

• 7

  In the same pan, add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until it becomes aromatic.

• 8

  Add the cooked pasta, roasted vegetables, and chicken strips back into the pan.

• 9

  Toss everything together with fresh chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors before serving.