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Low calorie chicken pasta - the image is a close-up of a bowl of pasta dish. the pasta appears to be penne or penne, and it is cooked al dente. the dish is garnished with sliced zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley. there is also a sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top of the pasta. the bowl is made of ceramic and is sitting on a dark grey surface. the overall color scheme of the dish is warm and inviting.

Low Calorie Chicken Pasta


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A light and healthy low calorie chicken pasta dish featuring lean chicken breast, whole wheat pasta, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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8 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese


Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chicken breast pieces to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
Add the diced zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the chopped spinach, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
Pour in the low sodium chicken broth and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the cooked whole wheat pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together gently to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes