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Fitness Chicken Recipe
Undoubtedly, chicken breast is an amazing source of lean protein. With this in mind, implementing chicken into your diet is always a good idea. It’s easy to cook, packed with protein, and of great value.
The fact is that your body needs a good amount of protein to repair muscle tissue and other cells damaged during hard training. But there is more than just protein under those feathers.
Apart from protein, chicken is rich in several minerals, B-vitamins, iron, niacin, zinc, and selenium.
Ingredients
Servings: 2
250g chicken breast
5-6 cherry tomatoes
fresh arugula
1 bell pepper
minced garlic
100g green pasta
2 cubes of feta cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
*Food is always measured raw.
Instructions
With a fork mash and mix the cubes of feta cheese with few tablespoons of water to create a creamy texture. You will get a simple, healthy and delicious sauce. In case you don’t have feta cheese, use any type of sour cream.
Topping choices are endless.
Cook pasta according to package directions. However, make sure not to overcook it.
Meanwhile, cut chicken breast into cubes and season with a bit of salt.
Heat a large skillet pan over medium/high heat. Add two tablespoons of olive oil to the pan and grill chicken until fully cooked. About 5-10 minutes depending on thickness. To the same skillet add minced garlic and sliced bell peppers.
Among the last few minutes add arugula and cherry tomatoes sliced in half.
Lastly, add cooked pasta to the pan. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Top with fresh basil and/or black pepper, if desired.
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