Description
A quick and flavorful creamy pasta dish with chicken, garlic, and Parmesan, perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 lb lean chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Then stir in the Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese until well combined, creating a creamy sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well coated.
- Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter version, use low-fat Greek yogurt and consider adding spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, chicken pasta, garlic parmesan