Description
A quick and easy chickpea pasta dish packed with protein, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz chickpea pasta
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the spinach and sauté until wilted, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and cooked chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet. Mix well and cook for a few additional minutes until heated through.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating garlic or onions when sautéing the spinach. You can also add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for a healthier dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chickpea pasta, high protein, quick meals, vegetarian dinner, easy recipes