Description
A comforting and flavorful dish made with whole wheat pasta, Greek yogurt, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups cooked and shredded lean chicken breast
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Reduce heat to low and add Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu and add extra veggies for a healthier dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg