YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Pesto Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Pan-seared chicken breast and al dente whole wheat pasta tossed in a vibrant basil pesto with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and wilted spinach for a bright, savory finish.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz Chicken breast
1 oz Dry whole wheat penne
1 tbsp Basil pesto
1 tbsp Sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup Fresh baby spinach
1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil
0.25 tsp Sea salt
0.25 tsp Black pepper
1 clove Garlic
PREPARATION
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat penne according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 tablespoon of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breast evenly with the sea salt and black pepper.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and slice into thin strips.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
Add the fresh baby spinach to the skillet and toss for 1 minute until it just begins to wilt.
Return the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet.
Add the basil pesto and the reserved pasta water to the pan. Toss everything together over low heat until the pasta is evenly coated in a glossy sauce and served immediately.