Description
A quick and creamy pasta dish infused with garlic and Parmesan, perfect for weeknight family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces whole wheat or chickpea pasta
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta, saving ½ cup of pasta water.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and cook each side for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove and let rest before slicing.
- Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Prepare the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping browned bits from the pan.
- Combine Ingredients: Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in Greek yogurt and Parmesan until smooth. Add sliced chicken and pasta, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Finish and Serve: Mix everything together, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Consider adding vegetables or different proteins for variations. Serve with a fresh salad or bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, garlic, Parmesan, quick meal