Description
Prepare a week’s worth of delicious and healthy High-Protein Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta. This meal prep recipe is perfect for easy lunches or dinners.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb Pasta (whole wheat or protein-enriched)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 cup Chicken Broth
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic and Italian seasoning to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the pasta evenly among meal prep containers.
- Allow to cool completely before refrigerating.
Notes
- Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or oven until heated through.
- You can substitute other vegetables for broccoli, such as asparagus or bell peppers.
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American