Dinner 🤖 AI Generated

Creamy Chicken Alfredo

A lighter, metabolism-optimized version of classic Alfredo that maintains creamy richness while supporting fat-burning goals. This dish combines lean protein with whole grain pasta and a nutrient-dense cream sauce made with Greek yogurt and real Parmesan for sustained energy.

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

Servings

420

Calories

42g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
✓ 12 oz whole wheat fettuccine pasta
✓ 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
✓ 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
✓ 4 cloves garlic, minced
✓ 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
✓ 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
✓ 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
✓ 2 cups fresh spinach
✓ 1/4 tsp nutmeg
✓ Black pepper and sea salt to taste
✓ 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
✓ Zest of 1 lemon

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook whole wheat fettuccine according to package directions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.

2. Season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Add chicken broth and almond milk, bringing to a gentle simmer.

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4. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, and lemon zest until smooth.

5. Reduce heat to medium-low and slowly stir the yogurt mixture into the simmering broth, stirring constantly to prevent curdling. Add reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.

6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and fold in fresh spinach, cooking for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

7. Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss gently until well coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

8. Divide among four plates and garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories420 kcal

Protein42g

Carbohydrates38g

Fat14g

Fiber6g

🏷️ Tags

#high-protein#fat-burning#whole-grain#metabolism-boosting#lean-protein#dinner#gluten-free-adaptable#quick-meal

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