Whole Wheat Elbow Pasta and Chicken

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Whole Wheat Elbow Pasta and Chicken

Try our whole wheat pasta and chicken recipe if you’re looking for an easy, healthy, and absolutely delicious family dinner. In a rush? No problem! It’s ready in 20 minutes.

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Whole Wheat Elbow Pasta and Chicken

Prep Time 20 minutes

Servings 4 Servings

Calories 283 kcal

Ingredients

4 oz. whole wheat elbow macaroni
1 Tbsp./½ oz. extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup/1 oz. finely chopped garlic
2 Tbsp. capers
1 28 oz. can whole tomatoes – no salt added
2 cups/4 oz. cooked chicken diced
8 cups/8 oz. roughly chopped spinach
1 oz. Grana Padano

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and reserve.
Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and garlic. Cook until aromatic (about 30 seconds).
Add the capers and tomatoes. Use a whisk or a large fork to break up the tomatoes. Heat to a simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Stir in the spinach and chicken. Heat chicken through and allow the spinach to wilt (about 2 minutes).
Divide between 4 bowls. Grate Grana Padano over the pasta.

Recipe Notes

An exclusive PastaFits.org recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Whole Wheat Elbow Pasta and Chicken

Amount Per Serving

Calories 283 Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value*

Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 3g19%

Cholesterol 13mg4%

Sodium 374mg16%

Carbohydrates 38g13%

Fiber 8g33%

Sugar 6g7%

Protein 12g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.