Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy Comfort Food Made Right
A delicious and healthy twist on classic garlic parmesan chicken pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss with Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg