Description
This creamy garlic parmesan pasta bowl is the perfect balance of flavor and fuel—high in protein, low in fuss. With tender grilled chicken, a rich but lightened-up parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, it’s a meal prep hero that keeps you full and satisfied.
Ingredients
- 120 g cooked penne or rigatoni
- 120 g grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 30 g light cream cheese
- 15 g grated parmesan
- 30 ml unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or spinach (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
3. Add cream cheese and almond milk, stirring until smooth. Mix in parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
4. Stir in the pasta and toss until coated in the sauce.
5. Top with grilled chicken and optional greens like spinach or parsley.
6. Divide into meal prep containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Notes
This pasta bowl is great for meal prep and keeps well in the fridge for several days.
For extra fiber, use whole wheat pasta or add sautéed spinach.
Swap grilled chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different protein profile.
Adjust parmesan to taste for a cheesier sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 384
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 36g