Pâtes au Poulet

Pâtes au Poulet is a delightful high-protein French pasta dish featuring tender chicken breast in a creamy sauce, perfectly complemented by fresh herbs and vegetables. This comforting meal is both nutritious and satisfying, making it ideal for a cozy dinner for two.

Ingredients

• Pasta (penne or fusilli) - 200g
• Chicken breast - 250g, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Heavy cream - 100ml
• Parmesan cheese - 50g, grated
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced onion, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, paprika, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and chicken, promoting heart health.

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