Description
Indulge in a high-protein twist on a classic favorite with this delicious High Protein Chicken Parmesan Pasta recipe. Tender chicken, whole wheat pasta, and savory cheeses come together in a flavorful, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 2 cups cooked whole wheat or protein-enriched pasta
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other Ingredients:
- 2 cups marinara sauce (low-sugar preferred)
- ½ cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add chicken and seasonings, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour in marinara sauce, simmer, then add cooked pasta and mix well.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the top, cover, and let melt.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Opt for high-protein pasta for an extra boost.
- This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
