Dinner

Creamy Zucchini Chicken Pasta

Name: Creamy Zucchini Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced; 8 oz whole wheat penne or rotini; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or light cream cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving; Salt and black pepper to taste

Need a quick and healthy dinner? This creamy zucchini chicken pasta delivers. Grilled chicken and tender zucchini are tossed with pasta in a light, savory sauce, making it perfect for busy evenings. It's a fresh take on classic comfort.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
8 oz whole wheat penne or rotini
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or light cream cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear until cooked through. Let rest, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
Cook pasta according to package directions. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and garlic, sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Add chicken broth and Greek yogurt (or cream cheese) to the skillet with zucchini. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
Add cooked pasta, sliced chicken, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired creaminess. Serve immediately.
Enjoy this delicious and healthy meal!

Tips

For an even quicker meal, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
Adjust the sauce consistency by adding more chicken broth or a little more Greek yogurt as desired.