Description
A deliciously creamy pasta dish loaded with protein from chicken and high-nutrient ingredients, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (whole wheat or protein-rich)
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream or Greek yogurt until well combined, then add salt and pepper to taste.
- If using, add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the chicken and sauce until everything is well-coated.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Adjust the creaminess by using Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, garlic chicken, high protein, weeknight dinner, easy recipe