Light Chicken Alfredo Pasta – Quick Healthy Dinner
This Healthy Chicken Alfredo is creamy, comforting, and packed with lean protein and lighter ingredients. A nutritious spin on the classic pasta dish that’s easy enough for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts, sliced
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8 oz pasta (whole wheat, gluten-free, or regular)
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)
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1 cup low-fat milk
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½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: red pepper flakes, lemon zest, parsley
Instructions
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Season and sear chicken until cooked through. Set aside.
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water.
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In the same pan, sauté garlic in oil, then whisk in flour.
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Slowly add milk and broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in yogurt and parmesan. Keep heat low.
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Add pasta and chicken to sauce. Toss to coat.
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Serve warm with parsley and optional chili flakes.
Notes
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Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra veggies
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Use zoodles or chickpea pasta for low-carb/high-protein versions
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Reheat gently with a splash of milk to keep creamy
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Swap yogurt with cream cheese or blended cottage cheese if preferred