Description
Weight Watchers Tuscan Chicken Pasta is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that merges creamy textures with vibrant flavors for a satisfying weeknight meal. Perfectly suited for the Instant Pot, Crockpot, or stovetop, this recipe is both versatile and convenient for busy schedules. Featuring lean chicken, whole wheat pasta, and nutritious vegetables like spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, this dish supports your health and weight loss goals while delivering rich Italian flavors. It’s an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep, ensuring everyone enjoys a wholesome yet indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs diced chicken breast
- 12 oz whole wheat pasta
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- ¾ cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup fat-free cottage cheese
- 3 cups fat-free chicken broth
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Italian seasoning
- garlic
Instructions
- Gather ingredients; chop chicken and mince garlic.
- In an Instant Pot or large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken, Italian seasoning, and black pepper; cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in chicken broth and sun-dried tomatoes; if using Instant Pot, secure lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- For stovetop method, add pasta directly into the pot with enough broth to cover; simmer until cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in Greek yogurt and cottage cheese for creaminess.
- Fold in spinach and fresh basil before serving; top with grated parmesan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg