Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe: Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and healthy garlic Parmesan chicken pasta recipe that makes for a delightful weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
- 2 cups whole wheat penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook the whole wheat penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cooked pasta.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made with gluten-free pasta if preferred.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Healthy, Chicken Pasta, Garlic Parmesan