Capellini with Pine Nuts, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Chicken Recipe

Capellini with Pine Nuts, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Chicken Recipe

  • 4 ounces whole wheat capellini or angel hair pasta
  • 3 ounces dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces chicken breast tenderloins, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted (MUFA)
  1. Prepare pasta per package directions without adding salt. Meanwhile, soak tomatoes in hot water 10 minutes or until soft. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of water, and chop.
  2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat while pasta cooks. Season chicken with salt. Add chicken, garlic, and red-pepper flakes to skillet. Cook, stirring, until garlic turns golden, 1 1/2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and reserved water and cook 2 to 3 minutes until chicken is completely cooked.
  3. Drain pasta, add to skillet, and toss. Add basil and toss. Divide pasta equally among 4 bowls and sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons of pine nuts. Top with more basil, if desired.
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