Mediterranean diet recipe: Easy Mediterranean Chicken Pasta
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Easy Mediterranean Chicken Pasta

Penne with grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach is a satisfying Mediterranean diet dinner. Easy 30-minute meal the family will love today.

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Prep Time
15 min
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Cook Time
20 min
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Servings
4
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Difficulty
easy

🥘 Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan
  • Red pepper flakes

📝 Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook penne until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.

  2. 2

    Sauté garlic in olive oil 30 seconds. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach; wilt 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Toss in pasta, chicken, and enough pasta water to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Top with Parmesan and red pepper flakes before serving.

📊 Nutrition Facts

Calories495
Protein38g
Carbohydrates52g
Fat16g
Fiber4g

Per serving

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