High-Protein Pasta (Healthy & Delicious)
A creamy, comforting pasta dish packed with lean protein — perfect for lunch, dinner, or post-workout meals. This recipe is quick to make, family-friendly, and full of flavor.
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Ingredients
(2–3 servings)
For the pasta
- 250 g (8 oz) high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or high-protein wheat rigatoni)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 200 g (7 oz) cooked chicken breast, sliced (or use tofu for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or low-fat cream cheese (for extra protein)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for topping
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Instructions
1. Cook the pasta
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the high-protein pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the sauce
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
3. Add protein & flavor
Stir in the sliced cooked chicken (or tofu), paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Make it creamy
Add tomato sauce and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in Greek yogurt or cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
5. Combine everything
Add the cooked pasta into the sauce and toss until fully coated.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan and mix gently.
6. Serve
Top with fresh basil, extra Parmesan, and black pepper. Enjoy warm!
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Why This Recipe Is High-Protein
- High-protein pasta (brands like Barilla Protein+, Chickpea or Lentil pasta)
- Chicken breast adds lean protein
- Greek yogurt increases protein without adding too much fat