Low Fat Garlic Chicken Pasta Recipe

Name: Low Fat Garlic Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces spaghetti; 4 ounces whole wheat spaghetti; 4 cups baby spinach leaves; 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 3 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion (1/2c choppd); 12 ounces chicken breasts, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 tablespoon parsley flakes; 2 tablespoons Smart Balance light butter spread

Servings: persons

4 ounces spaghetti
4 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
4 cups baby spinach leaves
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
3 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion (1/2c choppd)
12 ounces chicken breasts, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
2 tablespoons Smart Balance light butter spread

1
Cook pasta until done, drain, return to pan.
2
Stir in spinach, tomatoes and 2t oil.
3
Cover to keep warm.
4
While pasta is cooking: in 12 inch saucepan, heat remaing 1t oil over med heat.
5
Add onion, cook and stir 1 minute.
6
Add chicken, and garlic.
7
Cook and stir until chicken is done.
8
Stir in chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
9
cook 2 minutes.
10
Remove from heat, stir in parsley and butter.
11
Add chicken mixture to pasta mixture in saucepan,
12
Toss to mix.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces spaghetti, 4 ounces whole wheat spaghetti, 4 cups baby spinach leaves, 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved, and more.

Yes, Low Fat Garlic Chicken Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Low Fat Garlic Chicken Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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