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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 featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a creamy Greek yogurt sauce.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz whole wheat penne pasta

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed

Oils & Vinegars

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Garlic & Herbs

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Sun-Dried Tomatoes

  • 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

Cheese & Spices

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 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, sauté 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; add spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Return chicken and pasta to skillet; toss, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

Use fresh spinach for best flavor and texture.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken, healthy, pasta