Ingredients
- 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1½ Tbsp Olive Oil
- 4 Garlic Clove minced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 12 oz Dry Penne or Fusilli Pasta use whole grain pasta, or gluten-free
- 2-3 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Thyme
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Chopped Oregano or dried
- 2 Cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper seeds removed, thinly sliced
- ½ Cup Green Olives sliced in half
- 1 medium Red Onion thickly sliced
- ⅓ Cup Ground Parmesan Cheese
- 3 Cups Packed Arugula roughly chopped
Dressing
- 4 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp White Wine Vinegar
- 1 Tsp Honey
- 1 Garlic Cloves pressed or minced
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Instructions
- In a small bowl, add all the dressing ingredients and whisk until well combined. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a pot of boiling salted water, according to the package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the chicken. Slice the chicken breasts crosswise to create long (0.5-inch thick) strips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil with the thyme, oregano, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add in the chicken pieces and stir to coat. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer, and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through and golden on the sides.
- Transfer the chicken along with any accumulated juices to the pasta bowl. Add the pepper and onion, cherry tomatoes, olives, parmesan, and arugula.
- Pour over the dressing and toss to combine. Season to taste with more salt and pepper, if necessary, and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Any shape or type of pasta. Use whole grain or whole wheat. You may also use lentil pasta.
- Spinach in place of arugula
- Any olives
- Maple syrup in place of honey
- Any tomatoes, cut small.
Storage:Place leftovers in a container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can freeze for up to 3 months.Nutritional facts:Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.
Nutrition
Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 358mg | Potassium: 543mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 774IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 2mg
