NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz whole wheat spaghetti

0.5 cup marinara sauce

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp dried oregano

2 tbsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

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

• 3

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.

• 4

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

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant before pouring in the marinara sauce.

• 6

  Simmer the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes, then toss in the cooked spaghetti and sliced chicken until everything is well coated.

• 7

  Garnish with freshly torn basil leaves before serving.