High Protein Creamy Cheese Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High Protein Creamy Cheese Pasta, a nutritious and indulgent meal that perfectly balances flavor and health. Featuring hearty whole wheat penne, tender diced chicken breast, and a luscious blend of ricotta cheese, Greek yogurt, and freshly grated Parmesan, this dish delivers a protein-packed punch while staying irresistibly creamy. Fresh baby spinach adds a boost of nutrients and a vibrant touch, while garlic sautéed in olive oil infuses the dish with aromatic warmth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy home cooks seeking a satisfying, guilt-free pasta option. Perfectly seasoned and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan, it's a comforting classic that everyone will love. Keywords: high protein pasta, creamy cheese pasta, healthy dinner recipes, ricotta cheese sauce, easy chicken pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g whole wheat penne pasta
- 250 g ricotta cheese
- 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 200 g chicken breast, cooked and diced
- 150 g Greek yogurt, plain
- 100 g baby spinach, fresh
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Begin by cooking the whole wheat penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
Add the cooked and diced chicken breast to the skillet, stirring occasionally until the chicken is warm.
In a large bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Greek yogurt, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese together until smooth.
Gradually add the water to the cheese mixture to reach a creamy consistency. Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet with chicken and garlic, cooking until wilted.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta and cheese mixture to the skillet, stirring well to combine.
Continue to cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to merge and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Serve hot, garnished with the remaining grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.0 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 398 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 3699 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.7 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.1 g | ||
| Protein | 165.8 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2011 mg | 155% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2847 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
