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Creamy Protein-Packed Pasta Bowl


  • Author: islamerrick
  • Total Time: 15 minutes

Description

Comfort food gets a glow-up with this creamy, high-protein pasta dish! 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!


Ingredients

Scale

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!

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Dinner

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~420
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 30–35