Mediterranean Chicken with Artichokes & Penne Pasta
Optional Protein Aternatives:
- Legumes or beans to make it vegetarian (or vegan with removing the cheese)
- Seasoned salmon to add in additional Omega Fats
Optional Mediterranean Seasonings:
- Basil
- Bay Leaves
- Coriander
- Cumin
- Dill
- Lavendar
- Sage
- Thyme
Ingredients
6 ounce
Chicken Breast1 tablespoon
Olive Oil1⁄2 unit
Garlic1 us fluid ounce
Lemon Juice4 ounce
Penne Pasta, low carb2 tablespoon
Parmesan Cheese1 cup
Artichoke HeartsInstructions
CHICKEN
- Crush garlic clove.
- Place garlic and remaining ingredients in large resealable bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 8-12 hours.
- One hour before serving, preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Line a baking sheet with foil, and place chicken and marinade on pan.
- Place pan in oven, then reduce heat to 325 degrees.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
PASTA
- Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil, add salt to taste.
- Pasta to boiling water. Stir gently.
- Return to a boil. For authentic "al dente" pasta, boil uncovered, stirring occasionally for 8 minutes
- Remove from heat & add chopped chicken, lemon, artichoke hearts and shaved parmesan
Summary
Makes | |
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Prep time | 30 minutes |
Cooking time | 45 minutes |