This healthy garlic Parmesan chicken pasta is a fast, flavorful meal made with lean chicken, whole grain pasta, and a light, creamy garlic sauce — perfect for a cozy dinner or easy meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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8 oz whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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½ cup low-fat milk or chicken broth
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional: chili flakes, fresh parsley
Instructions
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Season and cook the chicken in a skillet with olive oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
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Boil pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup cooking water, then drain.
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Sauté garlic in the same pan until fragrant.
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Add milk or broth, then stir in Parmesan and a bit of pasta water to make a smooth sauce.
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Slice the chicken and return to the pan with the pasta. Toss to coat everything in the sauce.
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Serve hot with parsley, extra cheese, and chili flakes if using.