Tomato Chicken Pasta

Calories

550 kcal

Instructions:

1. Cook Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water as per package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add chicken, and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

3. Make Sauce: In the same pan, add onion and garlic, sauté until softened. Stir in tomato paste. Add Italian herbs, simmer for 15 minutes.

4. Combine: Add cooked pasta and boiled spinach to the sauce, stir until spinach wilts. Slice the chicken and place on top. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese if using.

5. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Health Benefits:

– Whole Grains: Packed with fiber, they aid digestion and help maintain steady blood sugar levels.
– Lean Protein: Chicken provides essential amino acids important for tissue development in both the mother and baby.
– Iron and Folate: Spinach and whole grains offer iron for preventing anemia and folate for fetal development.
– Tomatoes: Rich in antioxidants, they support healthy skin and immune functions.

Ingredients

200g whole grain pasta
2 chicken breasts (300g), skinless and boneless
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh boiled spinach (about 2 cups)
50g grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Fresh basil leaves for garnish