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High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A creamy and satisfying pasta bowl that combines grilled chicken with garlic and parmesan for a high-protein meal.


Ingredients

  • 120 g cooked penne or rigatoni
  • 120 g grilled chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 30 g light cream cheese
  • 15 g grated parmesan
  • 30 ml unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or spinach (optional)


Instructions

  1. Cook your pasta until it’s al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside for later use.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Mix in the light cream cheese and slowly pour in the almond milk, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  4. Incorporate the grated parmesan and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Gently stir in the cooked pasta until fully coated in the sauce.
  6. Serve topped with sliced grilled chicken and optional greens like parsley or spinach.
  7. Divide into containers for meal prep and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Notes

Feel free to swap the chicken for turkey or tofu, and add seasonal vegetables for more nutrition.