Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Once it’s bubbling, add your pasta of choice and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet, seasoning them generously with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and let it rest.

In the same skillet, toss in the spinach or kale, allowing it to wilt for a minute. Combine cooked pasta back into the pan with the greens, stirring to mix in all that good flavor.

Pour a splash of pasta water into the skillet before adding the grated Parmesan. Toss everything together until creamy and well-coated.

Slice the chicken and serve it atop your pasta. Finish with a sprinkle of additional Parmesan and a dash of black pepper!