NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz whole wheat spaghetti

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic

1 tbsp lemon juice

0.5 tsp lemon zest

1 tbsp fresh parsley

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

0.5 cup zucchini

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 pieces with sea salt and black pepper.

• 3

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

• 4

  Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and thinly sliced zucchini to the skillet, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the zucchini is tender.

• 5

  Drain the spaghetti, reserving a splash of pasta water, and add the noodles to the skillet with the chicken and vegetables.

• 6

  Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh parsley, adding a bit of reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce before serving.