Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe for a Nourishing Dinner
A delicious and nutritious recipe that elevates your dinner table with healthy ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy, Low-Carb
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the broccoli and cherry tomatoes, cooking until tender.
- Add the cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Toss everything to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with sautéed mushrooms or tofu.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 7 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams