CREAMY PROTEIN PACKED PASTA BOWL
Comfort food gets a glow-up with this creamy protein packed pasta bowl! Loaded with sautéed zucchini tender spinach and flavorful chicken sausage this quick meal is perfect for lunch or dinner. It’s indulgent nourishing and oh-so-satisfying—yes you can have it all on one plate. Enjoy one of the best protein dinner recipes that fit healthy bowls recipes and high protein dinner needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked shell pasta (or your favorite shape)
- 1 Applegate chicken sausage sliced
- 1 small zucchini sliced
- 1 handful fresh spinach
- ¼ cup light or reduced-fat cream cheese or Alfredo sauce
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray or 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté zucchini until golden. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Add Sausage: Toss in sliced chicken sausage and sauté until heated through and lightly browned.
- Combine & Cream It Up: Stir in pasta and cream cheese (or Alfredo sauce). Mix until everything is evenly coated and creamy.
- Season & Serve: Add salt, pepper, and any herbs you love. Serve warm and dig in!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 30–35g
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