Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and healthy recipe for garlic parmesan chicken pasta that combines comfort food with nutritious ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese, tossing until everything is well coated.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or red pepper flakes.
- Pair with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Easy Dinner Recipe