A high-protein creamy chicken pasta recipe shared by a weight loss expert promises a delicious meal that can help with trimming down. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, this dish is perfect for those looking to build muscle or lose weight. To celebrate National Pasta Day on October 17, the recipe was showcased on TikTok by the @aussiefitness account, boasting an impressive following of 4.1 million.
The video demonstration begins with the final creamy spicy pasta dish in the pan as the fitness guru explains, “If you’re looking for a quick and easy high-protein meal prep, this creamy spicy chicken pasta takes 30 minutes to make with a few simple ingredients and has 58 grams of protein per meal.” The process involves preparing diced chicken breast with specified seasonings and olive oil, then cooking it with onion until golden. Meanwhile, pasta is cooked separately.
As the chicken cooks, diced garlic, tomato puree, chicken stock, and light cream cheese are added to create the creamy sauce. The cooked and drained pasta is then mixed in along with some pasta water, dried parsley, and simmered. The finishing touch involves sprinkling parmesan and additional parsley before serving in four portions. This protein-packed dish provides 496 calories per serving and has gained popularity on social media, garnering over 365,000 likes.
Fans of the recipe have praised its taste, with one user calling it “fire” and another eager to try it out. Addressing concerns about the taste of cottage cheese, the fitness guru reassured followers that it blends well with the other flavors in the dish. For those interested in making this meal, all ingredients are listed in the @aussiefitness video. The high-protein creamy chicken pasta offers a tasty and nutritious option for anyone on a health journey.
By Samantha Bartlett, Assistant Editor, Social News
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