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Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A delicious and nutritious pasta dish featuring tender chicken, garlic, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz whole wheat penne or fettuccine

Oil

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Garlic

  • 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced

Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed

Spices

  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning

Flour

  • 1 tbsp whole wheat flour

Liquids

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup low-fat milk (1% or 2%)

Dairy

  • 0.5 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt

Cheese

  • 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Vegetables

  • 2 cups baby spinach (optional but recommended)

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Garnish

  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic, paprika, and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in flour, then gradually add chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and mix in Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, and spinach; cook until spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Combine cooked pasta with sauce, toss well, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon or red pepper flakes.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Healthy, Pasta