Description
This Garlic Parmesan Healthy Chicken Pasta recipe is a delicious and nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Tender chicken breast is coated in a flavorful garlic parmesan sauce and served over a bed of whole wheat pasta, making it a satisfying and wholesome meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the chicken.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet used for the chicken, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Serve: Slice the chicken and serve over the garlic parmesan pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to add some cherry tomatoes or spinach for extra color and nutrients.
- You can use whole grain or gluten-free pasta for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, Healthy Pasta Recipe, Chicken Pasta, Garlic Parmesan Chicken
