High-Protein Garlic Parmesan Pasta (Recipe for Printing)
Enjoy creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta, featuring rotini and Greek yogurt for a high-protein, lighter meal. Great for summer gatherings and quick weeknight dinners. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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5.3 ounces rotini pasta (or any short pasta)
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7 ounces cooked chicken breast, chopped
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Additions
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1–2 tablespoons reserved pasta water
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Fresh parsley or basil, finely chopped, for garnish
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Additional Parmesan cheese, for garnish
→ Sauce Base
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1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
# How to Make It:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1–2 tablespoons of pasta water before draining.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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In a large mixing bowl, add the warm drained pasta and chopped cooked chicken breast. Pour the yogurt-Parmesan sauce over the pasta and chicken.
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Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are thoroughly coated with the sauce. If the sauce appears too thick, incorporate 1–2 tablespoons of reserved pasta water, mixing until silky smooth.
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Portion the pasta into bowls. Scatter with fresh parsley or basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Finish with freshly cracked black pepper and serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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Use freshly cooked pasta and warm chicken to help blend and thicken the sauce naturally.