High Protein Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta
Indulge in this High Protein Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta, a perfect balance of hearty, nutritious ingredients and rich, comforting flavors. Featuring tender bites of golden brown chicken breast, whole wheat pasta, and a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce, this recipe combines wholesome goodness with indulgence. Light cream and chicken broth create a velvety base, enriched with Parmesan cheese for depth, while fresh baby spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients. Ready in just 40 minutes, this high-protein dinner idea is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this dish is a satisfying way to meet your protein needs without compromising on flavor. Perfect for anyone seeking quick, healthy, and delicious pasta recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams whole wheat pasta
- 500 grams chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 200 milliliters light cream
- 100 milliliters chicken broth
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 100 grams baby spinach
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown on all sides. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the light cream and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and allow it to thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
8. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan along with the baby spinach. Stir until the spinach is wilted.
9. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat all the ingredients evenly.
10. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
11. Serve the creamy garlic chicken pasta hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 530 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 2845 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 200.6 g | 401% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 994 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 931 mg | 20% | |
*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.
