Chicken Avocado Spinach Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the chicken breast strips to the skillet and cook until golden brown and no longer pink in the middle, about 5-7 minutes per side.

4. 4

   Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet with the chicken and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to medium, add the fresh spinach to the skillet, and cook until the spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.

6. 6

   Stir in the diced avocado, low-sodium chicken broth, and lemon juice, and cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.

7. 7

   Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and vegetable mixture, tossing to combine.

9. 9

   Serve the Chicken Avocado Spinach Pasta hot, garnished with additional red pepper flakes if desired.