Main Dishes

Pesto Chicken Florentine

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Once again, New Year's is a time for reflection and new resolutions. If you're looking to eat better - this recipe is a great one! With the spinach and tomatoes on top, you get a nice serving of veggies with every spoonful. You can use low-fat Alfredo to cut back on calories, and make it even more healthy by using whole-wheat pasta! Any way you fix this one up, it is sure to be a family favorite!

4
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2-3 chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 15-oz jar of Alfredo sauce
3 tablespoons pesto
1 8-0z box of penne pasta
grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
Tomatoes
In large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta for 8-10 minutes (or until al dente). Rinse under cold water and drain. In another sauce pan, warm Alfredo sauce on medium until heated through. Add the 3...
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Nutritions

Calories
148

Sodium
46mg
1% DV

Fat
8g
12% DV

Protein
2g
4% DV

Carbs
15g
5% DV

Fiber
0.7999999999999999g
3% DV