High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls
A simple yet comforting pasta dish packed with protein from chicken and a rich Parmesan flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the cooked chicken and broccoli, cooking until heated through.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
Notes
Pair with a light arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette and a crisp glass of Pinot Grigio. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg