Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Deliciously Easy Recipe
Enjoy this Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.
- 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
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- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 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 directions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese until combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- To make it creamier, add a splash of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 850 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 85 milligrams
Keywords: Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta