Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy and Flavorful Weeknight Meal
This Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a delicious and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and broccoli, sauté until the broccoli is tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the chicken.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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