High Protein Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Healthy, Flavorful Twist
A delicious twist on pasta that packs a protein punch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and Cajun seasoning, cooking until chicken is no longer pink.
- Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in chicken broth and spinach; bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with chickpeas or tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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