Description
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal with this Healthy Macaroni with Chicken recipe. Creamy and satisfying, this dish is packed with protein and wholesome ingredients to keep you feeling full and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Macaroni:
- 8 oz whole wheat or legume-based macaroni
For the Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Sauce:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced bell pepper
- 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Macaroni: Cook macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Brown chicken in olive oil seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: Sauté onion, garlic, broccoli, and bell pepper until tender.
- Prepare Sauce: Add chicken broth, Greek yogurt, and Parmesan to skillet. Stir until creamy.
- Combine: Add macaroni and chicken back to skillet. Toss until heated through.
- Finish: Adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add milk or more yogurt.
- Substitute spinach, peas, or zucchini for veggies.
- Rotisserie chicken works well for a quicker option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
