Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A nutritious and delicious pasta dish featuring whole wheat pasta, tender chicken, and fresh broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the broccoli florets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve topped with sliced chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, be generous with the garlic. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for additional nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg