Roasted Pep Protein Pasta

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Roasted Pep Protein Pasta

Recipe Makes 4 Servings. Each Serving Is:

Cals

477

Protein

40g

Carbs

50g

Fat

12g

Ingredients

  • 1 box (227 g) red lentil penne noodles
  • 12-16 oz. cooked chicken breast meat
  • 3-4 c. fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 c. roasted red peppers (from jar), chopped
  • 4-6 Tbsp parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt & pepper

Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

  • 1/2-3/4 c. roasted red peppers (from jar)
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 3/4 c. cream
  • 1 shallot, halved
  • 1 tsp garlic (1 clove)
  • 1.5 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried chili flakes
  • Salt & pepper

Directions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, and add the penne noodles. Cook for ~8 minutes until el dente.

2. In a food processor or blender, combine the ingredients for the roasted red pepper sauce by pulsing until a nice blended sauce is formed. Taste to adjust for sweet, salty, acid, etc. based on preferences.

3. In a large skillet, over medium heat at the cooked chicken cubes and spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted. Add the roasted red pepper sauce and roasted red peppers and bring to a light simmer.

4. Toss in the pasta noodles with a bit of the water. Combine well.

5. Sprinkle in the parmesan cheese & enjoy!

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