NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz whole wheat spaghetti

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic

1 tbsp parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 cup baby spinach

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 and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat one teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, then set aside to rest.

• 4

  In the same skillet, add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant.

• 5

  Add the baby spinach to the skillet and toss until just wilted.

• 6

  Slice the rested chicken into thin strips.

• 7

  Drain the pasta, reserving two tablespoons of the cooking water, and add both to the skillet.

• 8

  Toss everything together with the parmesan cheese and fresh parsley until the pasta is evenly coated and the sauce is silky.