Healthy Pasta Recipe with Steamed Chicken & Vegetables | Easy High-Protein Dinner

Healthy Pasta Recipe with Steamed Chicken & Vegetables | Easy High-Protein Dinner Looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious dinner? This pasta with steamed chicken and vegetables is your answer! It's packed with protein, loaded with colorful veggies, and comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight meal prep that the whole family will love. 📖 FULL RECIPE BELOW 📖 ingredients: 8 oz (225g) your favorite pasta (like penne, fusilli, or farfalle) 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, cubed 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., broccoli florets, bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth or pasta water Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh herbs (parsley or basil), salt, and pepper to taste Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for serving instructions: 1. Steam the chicken breast until cooked through (about 12-15 minutes). Let rest, then cube. 2. Cook pasta according to package directions. In the last 3 minutes, add the mixed vegetables to the boiling pasta water to blanch them. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. 3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant. 4. Add the steamed chicken, drained pasta and vegetables, and chicken broth (or reserved pasta water) to the skillet. Toss to combine and create a light sauce. 5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and season generously with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Toss everything together. 6. Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired. 💬 Did you try this recipe? Don't forget to rate it and leave a comment! 🔔 Subscribe for more easy and healthy recipes every week! #HealthyPasta #ChickenPasta #EasyDinner #HealthyRecipes #MealPrep #HighProtein #PastaRecipe #SteamedChicken #QuickMeals #HomeCooking`