High-Protein Greek Alfredo Recipe
Emily Carter
Creamy, high-protein Alfredo made lighter with Greek yogurt
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480 kcal
- Pasta fettuccine or penne: 250g
- Greek yogurt: 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese grated: 1/2 cup
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic minced: 3 cloves
- Milk: 1/2 cup
- Cooked chicken breast sliced: 2 cups
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Spinach optional: 1 cup
Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant but not browned.
Lower heat, then whisk in Greek yogurt, milk, and parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add cooked chicken, salt, and pepper, stirring gently to combine.
Toss cooked pasta into sauce, mixing until evenly coated and heated through.
Add spinach if using, cook briefly until wilted, then serve immediately.
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 480
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving):
- Calcium: 25%
- Vitamin B12: 20%
- Iron: 12%
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Zinc: 18%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Keep heat low when adding yogurt to avoid curdling.
- Add lemon juice for brightness and balance.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for smoother texture.