Description
A delightful dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and whole wheat pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 lb lean chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and add Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For more vegetables, add spinach or broccoli while the chicken cooks. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce. Ensure the chicken is not overcooked for optimum juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, garlic parmesan, quick dinner, meal prep