Chicken Broccoli Pasta for a High-Protein Dinner
A creamy, high-protein pasta dish with rotisserie chicken, broccoli, and a Greek yogurt–Parmesan sauce. One pot, 35 minutes, and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, whole wheat, or lentil)
3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
2–3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ onion, chopped
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or ¾ cup blended cottage cheese)
½ cup milk or chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes, parsley, lemon zest
Instructions
- Boil pasta according to package. Add broccoli in last 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In same pot, sauté garlic and onion in olive oil until soft.
- Lower heat and stir in Greek yogurt, milk/broth, Parmesan, and seasonings. Mix until smooth.
- Add chicken, pasta, and broccoli. Toss to coat and heat through.
- Serve warm with extra cheese and red pepper flakes.
Notes
Use chickpea pasta for more protein. Add spinach or peas for extra veggies. Keeps well in fridge for 4 days.