Mediterranean Chicken Pesto Penne

Ingredients

• 8 oz whole wheat penne pasta
• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup walnuts
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

2. 2

   Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.