High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish packed with grilled chicken, garlic, and parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g pasta
- 1 cup grilled chicken, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the grilled chicken to the pan and cook until heated through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken, mixing to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a complete meal, pair with a fresh side salad or warm bread. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg