Description
High-Protein Pasta Meal Prep Bowls offer a delightful combination of whole wheat pasta, lean chicken, and an array of vibrant vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep Sundays, these bowls not only satisfy your cravings but also support your health goals. With a burst of flavors in every bite, they are customizable to suit your personal taste, making nutritious eating both easy and enjoyable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic, spinach, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet; stir for another 3-4 minutes until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften.
- Combine the drained pasta with the chicken and vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle with Italian herbs and toss well.
- Serve immediately or transfer to meal prep containers for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg