Wholemeal pasta and ‘pulse pasta’ (made from legumes) are higher in protein and have more than three times as much fibre as regular pasta! Use pulse pasta or a wholemeal gluten free pasta to make this gluten free. For a dairy free option, simply omit the parmesan
>> Wholesome Garlic, Chicken and Basil Penne Pasta
4-6 Serves
Gluten/Wheat Free
Ingredients
400g wholemeal penne pasta
1 tbsp (20ml) olive oil
1 medium brown onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, finely diced
500g lean chicken mince
400g tin diced tomatoes, no added salt
250ml salt reduced, quality chicken stock
2 medium zucchinis, diced or grated
1 tbsp (20ml) tomato paste
pepper, to taste
1 large handful fresh basil, roughly chopped
20g parmesan cheese, finely grated
Method
Bring plenty of water to the boil in a large saucepan. Cook pasta according to instructions on packet.
Heat oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat. Fry onion for a few minutes then add garlic and cook, stirring until softened. Add the mince and fry, stirring frequently, until lightly browned.
Add tinned tomatoes, stock, zucchini and tomato paste, simmer over a low heat for 15 minutes.
Add pepper to taste.
Mix the sauce into the pasta and stir the fresh basil through.