NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

0.5 cup whole wheat penne pasta

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic

1 cup baby spinach

0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

0.5 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat penne for 9-11 minutes until al dente.

• 2

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

• 3

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

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the pan, let it rest for 2 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes, sautéing for 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

• 6

  Stir in the baby spinach until it begins to wilt, then add the cooked penne and sliced chicken back to the pan.

• 7

  Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss well before serving with a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese.