Pasta with Chicken and Seitan

Pasta with Chicken and Seitan combines tender chicken and hearty seitan in a savory sauce, tossed with al dente pasta for a satisfying meal. This dish is a delightful fusion of flavors that is both hearty and nutritious, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (penne or fusilli) - 200 grams
• Chicken breast (boneless, skinless) - 150 grams
• Seitan (sliced) - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Onion (diced) - 1 medium
• Bell pepper (sliced) - 1 medium
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 200 ml
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30 grams (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned and no longer pink in the center, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and halved cherry tomatoes, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
5. Add the seitan to the skillet, followed by the vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 5 minutes.
6. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients and heat through.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, if using, before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and seitan, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables and pasta, promoting digestive health.

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