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SkinnyMS

Balsamic Chicken Fillets over Whole Grain Pasta

Packed with protein and a sweet and tangy flavor, this chicken and pasta dish will satisfy everyone at the table.
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Universal
Keyword: Kid-Friendly, Pasta
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 306kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

Pasta and Chicken

  • 2 cups whole-grain rotini pasta or whole-wheat
  • 16 ounces boneless and skinless chicken breasts 4 fillets
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Balsamic Marinara Sauce

  • 14 1/2 ounces diced fire-roasted tomatoes can, with liquid
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

To Serve

  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated (optional)

Instructions

Pasta and Chicken

  • Boil pasta until al dente and drain, according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, line up chicken breasts, cover with plastic wrap, and pound each to 1/2-inch with the bottom of a heavy-bottomed pan, jar, or a mallet.
  • Place a heavy-bottomed skillet on the stovetop. Make sure the bottom of the whole pan is coated with olive oil.
  • Salt and pepper chicken on both sides.
  • Add chicken breasts to pan. Cook for 1 minute to get golden on the bottom. Turn breasts over and reduce heat to low.
  • Cover pan with a tight-fitting lid. Cook for 10 minutes (check time). Do not remove lid while cooking. After 10 minutes, remove pan from heat, still covered, and allow to sit for 10 additional minutes.
  • Make sure there is no pink in the middle of the breasts or that a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees F when inserted in the center.

Sauce

  • In a separate pan over medium heat, whisk together all ingredients for balsamic marinara sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes, until well combined and hot.
  • Serve chicken over pasta and ladle some sauce over both.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if using.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast with 1/2 cup pasta | Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 761mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 9
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 9