Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon and Parmesan Cheese

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Cooking Method: Boil, Stove Top
Cuisine: Italian
Courses: Dinner, Lunch
Difficulty: Beginner
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

This delicious recipe is packed with protein, which is important to keep bones, muscles, skin, and cartilage healthy. The dish is also accompanied by spinach, which is rich in nutrients that also help with bone health.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz Penne Past (Whole-wheat)
  • 2 tsp Olive oil
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast (Skinless)
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper (Ground)
  • 4 clove Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Vinegar
  • 1 Lemon (Juice , Zest)
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese (Low-fat , Grated, Divided)
  • 10 cup Spinach (Chopped)
Instructions
  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, heat oil in a large high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, salt, and pepper; cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and cook, stirring for about 5 minute. Stir in vinegar, lemon juice, and zest; bring to a simmer.

  3. 3

    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.

Nutrition Facts


Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g4%
Cholesterol 48mg16%
Sodium 29mg2%
Protein 9g18%

Vitamin C 28 mg
Calcium 116 mg
Iron 3 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Average cost of recipe per serving: $3.54

Note: The costs are an estimated calculation and are subject to variation depending on the time of year and your location.

Adapted from: eatingwell.com

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Keywords: Whole - wheat penne pasta , Olive oil ,Chicken breast, Garlic, Lemon ,Spinach, Parmesan cheese
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