High Protein Pasta with Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant High Protein Pasta with Spinach recipe, a perfect balance of flavor, nutrition, and ease. Packed with tender chunks of chicken breast, nutrient-rich baby spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this dish combines lean protein with wholesome veggies for a satisfying meal. High-protein pasta provides a belly-filling base, while creamy cottage cheese and freshly grated Parmesan take the flavor to the next level. Enhanced with the subtle heat of red pepper flakes and aromatic garlic, this quick 35-minute recipe is designed to deliver maximum taste with minimal effort. Perfect for busy individuals or fitness enthusiasts looking for a healthy, balanced meal, this pasta dish serves as a great source of protein and vitamins while remaining irresistibly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces high-protein pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast, dice into chunks
- 5 cups baby spinach
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the high-protein pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the diced chicken breast. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the baby spinach to the skillet. Stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Mix in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
Stir in the cottage cheese and cooked pasta, combining well to coat the pasta.
Add Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing all flavors to meld together.
Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.9 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 447 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 4031 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.0 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.1 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 265.0 g | 530% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 877 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 2727 mg | 58% | |
*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.
