Recipe: Bruschetta Chicken Pasta

You don’t have to give up the foods you love, even pasta. This recipe uses whole wheat pasta, which is high in fiber to help keep blood sugar steady. Plus, with just 28 grams of net carbs per serving, it’s also packed with protein and low in sodium and fat. 

Bruschetta Chicken Pasta 

Yield  

4 Servings 

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 box (8 ounces) whole wheat penne or bowtie pasta 
• 1.5 lb chicken tenderloins, cut into bite sized pieces 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced 
• 2 cloves garlic, finely diced 
• 1/2 cup (1 bunch) fresh basil, cut into ribbons, reserving a pinch for garnish 
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese for serving 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pan over medium heat 
2. Cook the chicken for 7-10 minutes or until cooked through then set aside 
3. Combine the tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt and remaining tablespoon of olive oil 
4. Toss the cooked chicken and pasta with the tomato mixture 
5. Mix in most of the parmesan, reserving some for garnish 
6. Serve with topped with parmesan and basil