Garlic Parmesan Healthy Chicken Pasta
Garlic Parmesan Healthy Chicken Pasta is a perfect weeknight meal that combines the tantalizing flavors of garlic and creamy parmesan with tender chicken and pasta. This one-pan dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes, but it’s also customizable to fit various dietary preferences. Packed with protein and made with wholesome ingredients, this flavorful recipe is a hit for family dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or whipping up an easy dinner after a busy day, this delicious pasta dish will satisfy your cravings while keeping it healthy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Tenderloins
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Pepper
- 2 Tbsp Reduced Fat Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 8.5 oz Barilla Ready Pasta Rotini
- 15 oz can Tomato Sauce
- Crushed Red Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a resealable bag, combine garlic pepper, parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, add to the bag, and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with nonstick spray. Cook marinated chicken until no longer pink (about 6-7 minutes total).
- Microwave the Ready Pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- Mix tomato sauce with additional garlic pepper and crushed red pepper in a bowl.
- Add cooked pasta and sauce mixture to the skillet with chicken; stir well and simmer for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg