Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Name: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts cut into halves(roughly 160g each piece); 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp oregano; 1/2 tsp chilli flakes; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp pepper; 2 tsp olive oil; 130g uncooked whole wheat thin Spaghetti; 1 tsp salt; 200ml low fat/ skimmed milk; 100g low fat cream cheese (Brand: Philadelphia); 20-30g grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp Italian herbs; 90ml pasta water; 1-2 tsp olive oil; 2-3 chopped garlic cloves; 1 small onion finely diced; 50g cherry tomatoes; 40g sun-dried tomatoes (optional); 40g tomato paste; Handful spinach; Chopped parsley

7 steps

Prep:10minCook:20min

High Protein Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta! One of the easiest and tastiest pasta recipes with incredible macros! The flavors are incredible and this is easy to meal prep as well

Updated at: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 19:23:19 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories381 kcal (19%)

Total Fat16.5 g (24%)

Carbs37.2 g (14%)

Sugars7.4 g (8%)

Protein24 g (48%)

Sodium802.3 mg (40%)

Fiber5.4 g (19%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

First butterfly cut the chicken breast. Season both sides with spices listed in the ingredients list

Step 2

Then get water in a pot, add salt then bring to a boil. Add your uncooked pasta and boil for 8 mins till al dente. Then remove 1/2 cup pasta, drain the remaining water and set the pasta aside.

Step 3

In a blender cup add milk, cream cheese, Parmesan, Italian herbs and pasta water. Blend till a smooth consistency

Step 4

Next cook the chicken on medium heat for 3-4 mins till golden brown then set aside

Step 5

Same pan on medium heat, add olive oil, chopped garlic and finely chopped onion. Cook for 1-2 mins then add tomato paste, cherry and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1 min then turn off the heat

Step 6

While the heat is off, add the creamy sauce and keep stirring gently till it thickens. Then add a handful of spinach and let that wilt

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta then turn the heat back on to low and mix well. Place the chicken pieces on top, let it simmer for another 4-5 mins then garnish with parsley and ENJOY!

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