Description
Creamy, craveable one pot protein pasta made with pantry staples and packed with lean protein — ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
4 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or traditional)
8 oz low-sodium broth or milk
1 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup diced onion
1/2 cup cooked chicken or beans
2 tbsp pesto or cream cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan or lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat oil in a wide pan and sauté garlic and onions until soft.
2. Add cooked chicken (or beans) and warm through.
3. Pour in pasta and broth. Stir to combine.
4. Cover and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring once halfway.
5. Uncover and stir in pesto or cheese. Simmer uncovered 2–3 more minutes.
6. Season to taste. Garnish with Parmesan or lemon zest.
Notes
- For vegan option: use plant-based milk and protein.
- Stick to the 1:2 pasta-to-liquid ratio to avoid mushy results.
- High-protein pasta cooks fast — test 1–2 minutes early.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: one pot protein pasta, high protein, single serving, easy pasta