Healthy Pasta Recipes Protein – Garlic Chicken Pasta
A creamy, healthy garlic parmesan chicken pasta loaded with lean protein, spinach, and a light, flavorful sauce. A 30-minute meal the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin
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8 oz whole wheat or chickpea pasta
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2 tsp olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ cups low-fat milk or milk alternative
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½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
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¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
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3 cups baby spinach
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
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In a skillet, heat oil and cook chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until golden and done. Set aside.
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Sauté garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds.
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Add broth and milk, bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in parmesan until smooth.
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Return chicken to skillet. Add pasta and spinach. Toss to combine.
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Adjust seasoning and serve warm with extra cheese and pepper flakes.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut. Swap in gluten-free or veggie pasta as needed.