High Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta Bowls
A comforting high protein pasta dish with a rich garlic and Parmesan sauce that elevates any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any type)
- 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of water, salt it, and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill chicken breasts seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest and slice.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: In a skillet, heat olive oil, sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then pour in heavy cream and let simmer. Add Parmesan, season with salt and pepper, and use reserved pasta water as needed.
- Combine Everything: Add the drained pasta to the sauce, toss until coated, and top with sliced chicken and parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish pairs well with garlic bread and a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: pasta, garlic, Parmesan, high protein, chicken