This Caprese Protein Pasta is made with the classic tomatoes, mozzarella and basil and is the perfect weeknight dinner. I use chick pea pasta and add chicken to make it high in protein. Each serving has 37 grams of protein! You only need a handful of ingredients and it comes together in less than 30 minutes! Some of my other pasta favorites are my Pumpkin Mac & Cheese (High Protein & Gluten Free!) and my Sun-Dried Tomato Protein Pasta With Whipped Lemon Ricotta.
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 16 oz. cooked protein penne pasta – I use the brand Banza.
- 24 oz. grilled chicken breasts – I use pre-grilled chicken breasts from my Trifecta meal prep plan.
- 2 14.5 oz. cans diced tomatoes
- 1/3-1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped or in ribbons
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
How To Make It
- Preheat your olive oil in a large wok. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 4 minutes.
- Add in the tomatoes, basil, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
- Add in the cooked pasta & diced grilled chicken. Mix until fully incorporated. Season with additional salt & pepper to taste.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, turn down the heat, and allow the cheese to melt completely. Enjoy!
How To Store Leftovers
You can store your leftovers in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days for best freshness. When you are ready to enjoy your leftovers, just pop them in the microwave for about 30-45 seconds per serving.
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Caprese Protein Pasta
This Caprese Protein Pasta is made with the classic tomatoes, mozzarella and basil and is the perfect weeknight dinner. I use chick pea pasta and add chicken to make it high in protein. Each serving has 37 grams of protein! You only need a handful of ingredients and it comes together in less than 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your olive oil in a large wok. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 4 minutes.
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Add in the tomatoes, basil, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
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Add in the cooked pasta & diced grilled chicken. Mix until fully incorporated. Season with additional salt & pepper to taste.
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Top with mozzarella cheese, turn down the heat, and allow the cheese to melt completely. Enjoy!
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 375kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11g17%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 72.8mg25%
- Sodium 946mg40%
- Total Carbohydrate 38.2g13%
- Dietary Fiber 9g36%
- Sugars 7.9g
- Protein 36.9g74%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Please note that my nutrition label is approximate and has slight rounding.
