Description
Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a delightful, creamy dish that puts a nutritious spin on a classic favorite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Featuring lean chicken breast and Greek yogurt, it delivers a satisfying bowl of pasta that aligns with your clean-eating goals. With the rich flavors of garlic and Parmesan, every bite promises comfort without compromising health. Customize it with seasonal veggies or your preferred pasta shape to create a dish that’s truly yours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat penne or fettuccine
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning; cook until golden brown.
- Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds before adding flour to the skillet.
- Gradually stir in chicken broth; then add low-fat milk and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Toss in cooked pasta and spinach until combined; serve hot garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg