This simple and delicious garlic chicken and veggie rotini recipe comes together quickly and makes for perfect meal-prep lunches or a satisfying family dinner.
In a large pot, cook whole grain whole wheat rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add diced chicken breast, 1 teaspoon oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and sliced carrots. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender.
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Add sliced zucchini and yellow squash to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Stir in chopped kale and remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes until kale starts to wilt.
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Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add minced garlic to the empty side. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then mix it with the vegetables.
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Add the cooked rotini pasta and chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of oregano and stir until everything is evenly incorporated.
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Remove the skillet from heat. Let the pasta mixture cool for about 10 minutes before transferring it into containers for meal prep or serve it immediately for a family dinner.