Ingredients

Let’s Cook!

• 1
  In a large pot start boiling salted water to cook penne.
• 2
  Over medium heat in another large pot add olive oil. Add in pepper flakes and garlic. Cook until just fragrant. 1 minute. Add chicken.
• 3
  Add in garlic powder and salt. Let chicken cook until no longer pink. Add in the spinach and pesto sauce. Stir well.
  
• 4
  Once pasta is two minutes from being cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of cooking water. Drain the rest of the pasta. Add into pot with chicken. Add in the cooking water.
  
• 5
  Continue to cook until water is fully absorbed by the pasta. Taste and check for seasonings. Adjust now to your taste. If pasta is too dry add in a small amount olive oil. Top with parmesan and serve.