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Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta - Chicken Recipes

Some evenings, I just want something warm, comforting, and ready without much fuss. This Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta delivers every single time. It’s the sort of dish you can throw together after work, when your energy’s low but your appetite isn’t. We’ve all been there, staring at the fridge like it might give us answers. Tender bites of chicken mingle with pasta in a sauce that’s creamy yet light enough to keep you from feeling weighed down. The garlic and Parmesan make it taste like you’ve been cooking all day, but really, you just know a few simple tricks. That’s the kind of kitchen magic I like. I’ve made this for friends, for family, and honestly for myself on quiet nights. It works every time. If you’re looking for Healthy Chicken Curry, Chicken Dinner Ideas, Comfort Chicken Recipes, Easy Chicken Dinner Ideas, Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes, or Simple Chicken Recipes, this one’s a keeper. It’s familiar, it’s flavorful, and it’s the sort of meal that makes you feel at home, no matter where you are.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken dinner ideas, chicken recipes, Comfort Chicken Recipes, easy chicken casserole recipes, Easy Chicken Dinner Ideas, Healthy Chicken Curry, simple chicken recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 8 oz whole wheat pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-fat milk
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add diced chicken and stir until warmed through.
  4. Pour in milk and stir. Add Parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
  5. Mix cornstarch slurry into the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.