Skillet Garlic Herb Chicken with Whole Wheat Pasta

Name: Skillet Garlic Herb Chicken with Whole Wheat Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1.25 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces); 0.5 cup yellow onion (chopped); 2 clove garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning; 0.75 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes (undrained); 3 cup chicken broth (low-sodium); 8 ounce whole wheat rotini pasta; 5 ounce fresh spinach

A flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breast, whole wheat pasta, and fresh spinach tossed in a savory garlic-herb sauce.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 22 min
Total: 32 min
Servings: 5
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $2.69/serving

Dietary

Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
High-Protein

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1.25 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces)
0.5 cup yellow onion (chopped)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
0.75 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
14.5 ounce diced tomatoes (undrained)
3 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
8 ounce whole wheat rotini pasta
5 ounce fresh spinach

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 1/4 pounds of chicken breast pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until onion softens. Stir in 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning.
Pour in the 14 1/2 ounce can of diced tomatoes (undrained) and 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Add 8 ounces whole wheat rotini pasta and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed. If it seems too dry, add a splash more broth or water.
Stir in the 5 ounces of fresh spinach until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure chicken is cooked through before adding other ingredients. Adjust seasoning to your family's taste. Leftovers are excellent for lunch the next day.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 360
Protein: 37.1 g
Carbohydrates: 36.5 g
Fat: 7.9 g
Fiber: 4.5 g
Sodium: 520 mg
Saturated Fat: 1.4 g
Sugar: 5.8 g
Cholesterol: 95 mg