Looking to add some easy healthy chicken pasta recipes to your cooking repertoire? Look no further! In this blog post, we’re showing you 7 easy-to-make chicken pasta recipes that are not only tasty but also nutritious.
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If you’re anything like me, you LOVE pasta, and would eat it every day if you could! As a self-proclaimed pasta fan girl, I’m sharing 7 easy chicken pasta recipes that will satisfy your cravings and impress your taste buds!
In this blog post, we have curated a collection of 7 mouthwatering chicken pasta recipes that are easy to make, reasonably nutritious, high in protein, moderate in calories, and flavorful!
Whether you are a beginner in the kitchen or a seasoned cook, these recipes are designed for anyone to follow. Get ready to elevate your pasta game and indulge in flavorful dishes that will become staples at your house!
7 Easy Healthy Chicken Pasta Recipes
1. Creamy Spinach Artichoke Pasta
If you love spinach artichoke dip, you’ll love this recipe from Paleo Running Momma! This particular recipe uses grain-free pasta, almond milk cream cheese. It is gluten-free, paleo, and vegan. Still, you could always replace the pasta with whatever you have, use low-fat or regular cream cheese, and, of course, add some chicken for protein!
The original recipe makes 6 servings, about 235 calories, and 7 grams of protein per serving. But simply adding 1lb of chicken breast would bring it to 359 calories and 30 grams of protein!
2. Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta
If you love delicious food but hate waiting, look no further than this 30-minute Tuscan-inspired pasta from Rena at Healthy Fitness Meals. Creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach all help bulk up this recipe, while the chicken helps to make this meal feel complete. Simply boil the pasta, cook the chicken, and make the sauce right in the pan!
The original recipe used almond milk, but I’ve also used full-fat coconut milk in the past for a creamier (still dairy-free) texture. This recipe makes 8 servings, with about 368 calories per serving and 27 grams of protein. You could use my favorite protein pasta to boost the protein by another 10 grams!
3. One-Pan “Skinny” Chicken Alfredo
When it comes to easy, healthy recipes, nothing beats a one-pot meal! This healthier Chicken Alfredo from Tastes Better From Scratch is so simple. Choose your favorite pasta shape, dice up your chicken, and you’re ready to get cooking. Like all of the recipes on this list, you can use any variety of pasta, including whole grain, chickpea pasta, and lentil pasta.
This recipe has minimal ingredients, so I recommend using fresh garlic, basil, and high-quality parmesan! Another tip is to use bone broth instead of chicken broth to boost the protein and help with digestion and overall bone health.
This one-pot recipe makes 4 servings, 462 calories, and 33 grams of protein.
4. Healthy Chicken Spinach Pasta
Though simple and basic at first glance, this 15-minute healthy chicken spinach pasta packs a punch. Created by a guy with over 3M followers on TikTok, Matteo, from Matts Fit Chef, knows a thing or two about macro-friendly meals. Chili flakes, parmesan, and the genius use of starchy pasta water make this a weeknight go-to!
This recipe has 498 calories and a whopping 49 grams of protein per serving! 🤩 If you wanted to add other veggies to help with fiber intake, you could dice up some bell peppers, slice some zucchini into half moons, or add mushrooms if you’re into that!
5. Lighter Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
If you aren’t familiar, Tieghan Gerard from Half Baked Harvest is one of the queens of cooking social media. She has gorgeous photos on her blog and Instagram of her incredibly scrumptious meals; this recipe is no exception! This lighter version of Cajun Chicken Pasta uses fresh ingredients and homemade Cajun seasoning. The flavor is next level, and the addition of cream cheese makes it a little more decadent.
This healthier spin on a flavorful favorite is the perfect meal to please your family and friends. The recipe makes 6 servings at about 567 calories a serving and an estimated 21 grams of protein, but you could double the chicken for more protein.
6. Easy Chicken Pasta
If you’re looking for a no-fuss basic recipe that’s easy to follow, this Easy Chicken Pasta from Eating Well is for you! With a can of diced tomatoes and a pinch of parmesan, you could have a nutritious dinner on the table in half an hour! The best part about this recipe is how customizable it is. You could add all kinds of veggies and different types of pasta, play with the spices, or even substitute chicken thighs for a bit more flavor!
This recipe is categorized as “low calorie” on the Eating Well website, so it has about 221 calories and 20 grams of protein.
7. Lemon Chicken Pasta
If you’ve been hearing about the Mediterranean diet, it’s for good reason! Harvard School of Public Health says, “Research has consistently shown that the Mediterranean diet is effective in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and overall mortality.”
If this piques your curiosity and you want a delicious and easy Mediterranean dish to try, here you go! This creamy and zesty Lemon Chicken Pasta from The Mediterranean Dish is the perfect weeknight meal!
This recipe makes 6 servings and has 365 calories and almost 33 grams of protein per serving.
BONUS: Chicken Meatballs
If you want to spice up your spaghetti or level up your linguine, try these chicken meatballs from Lisa at Downshiftology! Simply prepare your favorite pasta and sauce and add these meatballs to add protein! You can also meal-prep them and eat them with a baked sweet potato or as a snack by themselves.
The recipe makes 6 servings at 224 calories per serving and 23 grams of protein!
We hope this round-up of delicious and easy healthy chicken pasta recipes has inspired you to get creative in the kitchen! Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious, and these recipes prove just that.
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