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Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta dish with chicken and pasta

Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

A nutritious yet delicious high-protein pasta dish featuring chicken, flavorful garlic, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 cups whole wheat pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
  • fresh parsley or red pepper flakes For garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked al dente, drain it and set aside.
Sauté the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
Adding Garlic
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute or until the garlic becomes fragrant.
Creating the Sauce
  1. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Lower the heat and stir in the Greek yogurt and grated Parmesan cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Combining Pasta
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Allow it to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld and to thicken the sauce.
Serving the Dish
  1. Serve the dish warm, garnishing with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for added flavor if desired.

Notes

For time-saving shortcuts, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a dash of red wine while sautéing the garlic. To ensure even cooking of chicken, add a splash of chicken broth if sticking occurs.