Creamy Tuscan Chicken Spinach Quark Pasta
This creamy Tuscan-inspired dish combines high-protein quark with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and whole grain pasta to create a nutrient-dense dinner perfect for fitness enthusiasts. Packed with 25g of protein per serving, it's a delicious way to fuel your muscles and meet your nutritional goals.
- 45 g protein
- 500 kcal
- 30 min total time
- 2 servings
Ingredients
- 250 g Quark
- 200 g Chicken breast, diced
- 150 g Whole grain pasta
- 100 g Fresh spinach
- 50 g Sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 20 g Parmesan cheese, grated
Method
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the quark, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, cooking until the spinach is wilted and the quark is heated through.
- Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet, stirring to combine evenly with the sauce.
- Season with oregano, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.