Weight Watchers Tuscan Chicken Pasta
This creamy Weight Watchers Tuscan Chicken Pasta brings you comfort food without the guilt. With protein-rich chicken, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, it's a satisfying and healthy dinner option at just 5 WW points per serving.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Large Skillet
- Blender
Ingredients
For the Pasta Base
- 12 oz whole wheat pasta penne, rotini, or any preferred shape
- 2 lbs chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 cups fat-free chicken broth
For the Tuscan Flavor
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes not packed in oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh basil plus more for garnish
For the Creamy Sauce
- 0.75 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- 0.75 cup fat-free cottage cheese
- 2/3 cup fat-free Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
- Spray Instant Pot with cooking spray and sauté sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and pepper for 30 seconds.
- Add cubed chicken and brown for 2-3 minutes. Add broth and stir.
- Stir in pasta, ensuring it's submerged. Pressure cook on high for 3 minutes.
- While cooking, blend Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Quick release pressure. Stir and reserve 1/4 cup liquid. Mix it with dairy blend.
- Stir in spinach and basil until wilted. Let pasta cool 2-3 minutes before mixing in sauce.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan and basil. Serve hot.
Notes
Let pasta cool slightly before adding the dairy mixture to prevent curdling. Use non-oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for lower points. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days. Not freezer-friendly due to the dairy-based sauce.