Description
Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy and satisfying dish that brings comfort food into your clean-eating routine. This lighter take on a classic pasta recipe features lean protein from chicken and a deliciously rich sauce made with Greek yogurt and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep days when you need a wholesome meal without sacrificing flavor. The combination of whole wheat pasta, tender chicken, and vibrant spinach makes this dish not only tasty but also packed with nutrients. Enjoy it as a delightful family dinner or customize it to your liking for a personalized touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat penne or fettuccine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add seasoned cubed chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked (5–7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in flour, then gradually add chicken broth while stirring continuously until thickened.
- Reduce heat; stir in Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese until well mixed.
- Return cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet, adding spinach if desired. Toss to combine until evenly coated with sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 79mg