June 7, 2024 at 10:53
- 9 oz grilled chicken breast (~63g protein)
- 3 cups pasta (gluten free will have 21g protein)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
1. Cook the Pasta
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a good bit of salt.
- Add the pasta and cook according to the package. It's usually ~9 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and set aside.
2. Prepare the Vegetables
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the spinach, cherry tomatoes, and some basil / oregano if you got some.
- Cook the spinach Until it's soft and comes together. Take off heat and set aside when ready.
3. Grill the Chicken
- While the vegetables are cooking, grill the chicken breast until fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
- Slice the grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces.
4. Combine Ingredients
- While the pasta is draining, toss your veggie mix into the pot.
- Add the pasta and toss everything together over medium heat until well combined and heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper, mix, and taste to make sure it's good stuff.
5. Serve
- Divide the pasta mixture into three equal servings.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese if you dig cheese.
This recipe works kinda like a stir fry. It’s incredibly versatile, fast to put together, and really good with leftover chicken.