High Protein Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta—a hearty, flavorful dish that combines tender, golden-browned chicken breast, wholesome whole wheat pasta, and a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce. Packed with protein and paired with fresh baby spinach and Parmesan, it's a nutritious and comforting meal that doesn't compromise on taste. This recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings, while the light cream and whole wheat pasta ensure a satisfying yet balanced indulgence. Serve it fresh, garnished with bright parsley, for a restaurant-quality dish the whole family will love!
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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
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
4. In the same pan, add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5
5. Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the light cream and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
Step 6
6. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and allow it to thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 7
7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
Step 8
8. Add the cooked chicken back to the pan along with the baby spinach. Stir until the spinach is wilted.
Step 9
9. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 10
10. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Step 11
11. Serve the creamy garlic chicken pasta hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1306.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1958.6 |
| Total Fat 85.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g | |
| Cholesterol 529.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2845.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 97.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.0g | |
| Protein 200.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 993.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 930.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories