Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe for Busy Weeknights
This Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is an easy weeknight dinner that’s packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe can be easily customized by adding vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- For a lighter option, use zucchini noodles instead of pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 350 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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