Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe You’ll Love
Enjoy a delicious and healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that is both easy to make and full of flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole grain pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook until the chicken is fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, tossing to combine everything well.
- Remove from heat and mix in fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, you can add a splash of chicken broth or heavy cream.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg