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High protein garlic parmesan pasta bowls with fresh ingredients and cheese

High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls

A creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish featuring tender pasta, succulent chicken, and a silky garlic parmesan sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 120 g cooked penne or rigatoni Choose your preferred pasta shape.
  • 120 g sliced grilled chicken breast
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 30 g light cream cheese Add more for a richer consistency.
  • 15 g grated parmesan Garnish with extra parmesan if desired.
  • 30 ml unsweetened almond milk Substitute with your milk of choice.
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or spinach (optional) Add for extra color and crunch.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add in the cream cheese and almond milk, stirring until smooth.
  3. Mix in the parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Toss in the pasta until it’s coated in the sauce.
  2. Top with grilled chicken and optional greens.
Serving
  1. Divide into meal prep containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Notes

Serve with a fresh green salad and a sprinkle of extra parmesan. These pasta bowls are suitable for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.