Lunch: Chicken, Spinach, and Artichoke Rigatoni

Recipe by Lindsay Funston Your favorite dip deconstructed as a pasta? Yes, please.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken, Spinach, and Artichoke Rigatoni

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

12 oz. pasta
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 c. baby spinach
1 15-oz. can artichoke hearts, quartered
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 c. milk
1 c. shredded mozzarella
1/4 c. shredded Parmesan, plus more for garnish

Instructions

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add garlic and spinach and cook until wilted, 3 minutes, then add artichokes and cook until heated through. Set aside.
Add chicken to skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and cooked through, 6 minutes per side. Set aside.
To skillet, add butter and let melt. Add flour and whisk until combined, then add chicken broth, milk, and cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
Return cooked pasta to skillet and toss with sauce until coated, then add spinach and artichokes and toss until combined.
Garnish with Parm and serve.

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