NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

2 oz Whole wheat spaghetti

5 oz Chicken breast

1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves Garlic

1 tbsp Fresh parsley

1 tbsp Parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tsp Lemon juice

0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breast evenly with half of the sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 2 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

• 5

  In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 6

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

• 7

  Toss the pasta with the sliced chicken, fresh parsley, remaining salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well coated.

• 8

  Serve immediately in a bowl topped with the grated parmesan cheese.