Description
A comforting dish combining whole wheat pasta, lean chicken breast, and a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound lean chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and brown evenly on all sides.
- Reduce the heat, then stir in chicken broth and Greek yogurt until well combined.
- If the sauce is too thick, add more chicken broth to reach desired consistency.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and creamy.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the sauce gently, ensuring even coating.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For variation, consider substituting chicken with shrimp or sautéed vegetables. To enhance flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy, garlic, parmesan, chicken, comfort food, easy recipe, Italian cuisine