NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz chicken breast

2 oz chickpea rotini

2 cloves garlic

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp fresh parsley

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.13 tsp red pepper flakes

1 tsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the chickpea rotini according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with half of the sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.

• 4

  Reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until aromatic.

• 5

  Reserve 2 tablespoons of the pasta water, then drain the rotini.

• 6

  Add the cooked pasta and reserved water to the skillet with the chicken and garlic, tossing to coat.

• 7

  Stir in the lemon juice, fresh parsley, and the remaining salt and pepper.

• 8

  Remove from heat and sprinkle with the grated parmesan cheese before serving.