Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken slices with salt and pepper, then cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to low, then stir in Parmesan cheese and Greek yogurt or heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute Parmesan and yogurt with nutritional yeast and coconut milk.
- Feel free to add steamed vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg