Panko & Hummus Baked Chicken with Penne

This chicken was inspired by a Publix apron meal. It was soooo yummy. The hummus and panko gave it a nutty flavor with a crunchy and soft texture. The penne was a happy accident. I just started throwing random things together (I am so bad about this!) and it actually worked out!

Ingredients:

For the chicken-
2 chicken breasts
1/2 c hummus
1 c panko seasoned bread crumbs

For the penne-
1/2 box of whole wheat penne
2 handfuls of cherry tomatoes (diced)
2 garlic cloves (sliced)
1/2 bag of spinach
2 tbsp cilantro
1 pat of butter
2 tbsp caesar dressing
1 can of chicken stock
1 tbsp corn starch
Salt
Pepper

1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Spread hummus on both sides of the chicken and roll in panko.



2. Turn on the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Heat a little olive oil in a non-stick skillet at medium heat. Cook the chicken on both sides for 2-3 minutes.



3. Put on baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes. I cut it in half to check and see if it was pink inside.


4. Cook the penne according to directions on the box. Start making the sauce in a large, non-stick skillet. Add olive oil, tomatoes, cilantro and garlic. Cook until garlic is fragrant.



5. Add spinach and butter. Cook until spinach is wilted.






6. Add 1 can of chicken stock, caesar dressing, and corn starch. Reduce to low heat and let simmer. Add the cooked pasta & cook until sauce has thickened.





7. Enjoy!



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