Healthy and delicious, this Meal Prep Garlic Chicken and Veggie Pasta is the perfect dinner to make and enjoy all week! It is packed with flavor, protein and fiber, so you can feel great about giving it to your family. Plus, with pre-cooked chicken and a simple pasta dish, it comes together quickly and easily.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. cooked chicken breast, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, bell peppers and onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add chicken, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper and sauté for 5 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions.
- Drain the pasta, then add it to the skillet and stir to combine. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
This recipe yields 4 servings. Each serving has 467 calories, 18 grams of fat, 44 grams of carbohydrates, and 28 grams of protein.
Serving Suggestions
This Meal Prep Garlic Chicken and Veggie Pasta is great served with a side of steamed vegetables or a tossed salad. You can also use it as a filling for tacos or burritos, or as a topping for a loaded baked potato.
This Meal Prep Garlic Chicken and Veggie Pasta is a delicious and nutritious dish that will keep you coming back for more! With pre-cooked chicken and a simple pasta dish, it comes together quickly and easily, and is packed with flavor, protein, and fiber. Serve it as is or with your favorite sides for a complete meal that your whole family will love!
