Description
A nutritious and delicious pasta dish packed with high protein from cottage cheese and chicken, perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the cooked chicken and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the spinach and cherry tomatoes, cooking until the spinach is wilted.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: High Protein, Cottage Cheese, Chicken, Pasta, Healthy Meal