NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1 oz dry whole wheat linguine

1.5 tbsp basil pesto

0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

1 tsp olive oil

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 clove garlic

PREPARATION

• 1

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

• 2

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

• 3

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

• 4

  Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for 3 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

• 5

  In the same skillet, add the cherry tomatoes and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes begin to blister and soften.

• 6

  Drain the pasta, reserving 2 tablespoons of the starchy cooking water.

• 7

  Add the cooked pasta, sliced chicken, basil pesto, and reserved pasta water to the skillet with the tomatoes.

• 8

  Toss all ingredients together over low heat until the sauce is creamy and everything is well-coated.

• 9

  Serve immediately garnished with the grated parmesan cheese.