NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

2 oz whole wheat pasta

3 cloves garlic

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breast with the sea salt and black pepper on both sides.

• 3

  Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breast until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes per side.

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 3 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

• 5

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

• 6

  Reserve 2 tablespoons of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet along with the sliced chicken and reserved water.

• 7

  Toss everything together to coat in the garlic oil, then remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and parmesan cheese before serving.