Chicken & Spinach Pasta

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03.08.2022

Prep time: 0

Cooking time: 25 min

Total time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

 

INGREDIENTS

  • Whole wheat pasta 8 oz
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp
  • Skinless chicken breast or thighs cut in pieces, 1 lbs
  • Salt ½ teaspoon
  • Ground Pepper, ¼ teaspoon
  • Garlic minced, 4 cloves
  • Dry white wine, 1/2cup *optional
  • 1 Lemon, juice and zest
  • Chopped fresh spinach, 10 cups
  • Grated parmesan cheese, 4 tbs

METHOD

STEP 1:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

STEP 2:

In the meantime, heat oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through.

STEP 3:

Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in wine, lemon juice and zest; bring to a simmer.

STEP 4:

Remove from heat. Stir in spinach and the cooked pasta. Cover and let stand until the spinach is just wilted. Divide among 4 plates and top each serving with 1 tablespoon Parmesan.

 

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Without toppings 1 portion = 1/4 recipe

Calories 335kcal, Fat 12g, Protein 29g, Carbs 25g

 

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