Description
Weight Watchers Tuscan Chicken Pasta offers a deliciously creamy and health-conscious option for busy weeknight dinners. This dish combines tender chicken, whole wheat pasta, and a medley of nutritious ingredients like spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, all enveloped in a rich sauce. Suitable for the Instant Pot, Crockpot, or stovetop, itβs flexible enough for any cooking style. In just 28 minutes, you can prepare a meal thatβs not only satisfying but also packed with flavor your family will love. Enjoy guilt-free dining while nourishing your body with this easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breast (diced)
- 12 oz whole wheat pasta
- Β½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 cups chicken broth (fat-free)
- ΒΎ cup Greek yogurt (fat-free)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ΒΎ cup cottage cheese (fat-free)
- β cup parmesan cheese (grated, fat-free)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: dice chicken and mince garlic.
- In your Instant Pot or a large pot, add diced chicken and season with Italian seasoning and black pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth, followed by sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and whole wheat pasta.
- For Instant Pot: Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. For stovetop: Boil then simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is tender. For Crockpot: Cook on low for 6 hours or high for about 3 hours.
- Once cooked, stir in Greek yogurt and cottage cheese until creamy. Add baby spinach and fresh basil until wilted.
- Serve garnished with grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop, Crockpot, Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding more veggies like bell peppers or zucchini. Allowing the dish to sit after cooking enhances flavor melding. Make it vegetarian by substituting chicken with chickpeas.