Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Simple Indulgence for All
A delicious and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, mixing thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta