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Healthy Tuscan Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520
A nutritious and flavorful pasta dish combining lean chicken, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy Greek yogurt sauce.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz whole wheat penne pasta

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed

Oil

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Garlic & Tomatoes

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned (not in oil)

Vegetables

  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach

Broth & Dairy

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • Sauté chicken in olive oil with salt and pepper until cooked; set aside.
  • In the same skillet, cook garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1 minute.
  • Deglaze with chicken broth, add oregano, and simmer for 3 minutes.
  • Whisk in Greek yogurt and Parmesan, then add spinach until wilted. Return chicken and pasta, toss, adding reserved water if needed.

Notes

Use fresh spinach for best flavor and nutrition.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken, Healthy, Pasta