Chicken Quinoa Pasta

Total Time

25 min

Preparation Time

10 min

Cooking Time

15 min

291

Ingredients (4 - 6 Servings)

  • 2 tbsps Olive Oil, 
  • 8 ounces of Pasta, 
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa, 
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 
  • 1 cup green beans trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces, 
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered, 
  • ¼ cup toasted sliced almonds, 
  • 2 tablespoons basil sliced thinly, 
  • 1 tbsps grated cheese, 
  • 1/4 kg Chicken (slit into small pieces) 
  • salt as per taste

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. 
  • Drain and rinse. Meanwhile, spray a large pan with olive oil and heat to medium heat. 
  • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. 
  • Add the chicken pieces, Cook for 5 minutes, until crisp tender. 
  • Combine pasta and quinoa. 
  • Toss in the cherry tomatoes, beans and the cheese. 
  • Top with almonds and basil and serve.

Nutrition

Per Servings
  • Calories: 333
  • Protein: 44g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Sodium: 234mg
  • Carbohydrates: 55g