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Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

A quick and healthy one-pan meal featuring creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, tender chicken, and whole wheat pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Cooking Ingredients
  • 8 oz whole wheat penne or fettuccine
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup low-fat milk (1% or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach optional but recommended
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Season chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant — about 1 minute. Sprinkle in whole wheat flour, stirring constantly for another minute.
  4. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk, bringing it to a simmer. Then stir in Greek yogurt and Parmesan until creamy.
  5. Fold in cooked pasta and baby spinach, letting it wilt a bit. Adjust seasoning to your liking.
  6. Top with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. For a creamier sauce, blend in more Greek yogurt or Parmesan cheese.