# High-Protein Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Tender chicken, spinach, garlic, Parmesan, and Greek yogurt coat pasta in a creamy high-protein sauce. A quick stovetop dinner ready in about 35 minutes.

Source URL: https://quickdinner.org/recipes/6aaf17a6834d3c8c4d544aff
Category: Pasta & Noodles / Creamy Pasta
Cooking method: Stovetop
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

## Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 0.75 cup plain greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.75 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

## Cooking instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain. (about 12 min)
2. While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken into bite-size pieces. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and the black pepper. (about 3 min)
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the thickest pieces reach 165°F. (about 8 min) (165°F)
4. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes. (about 3 min)
5. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the Greek yogurt and Parmesan until smooth, loosening with reserved pasta water as needed. (about 2 min)
6. Add the drained pasta and spinach. Toss until the spinach wilts and the pasta is evenly coated. Season with the remaining salt and serve hot. (about 2 min)

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