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Healthy Whole Wheat Pasta with Chicken Meatballs Recipe

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Joslyn B. Dec. 22, 2024

Whole wheat pasta sauted veggies and chicken mestbslls

Prep 15 minutesCook 25 minutesEasyServes 4
CE

Coach Erin

Nice one - youre just one step away from reaching your weekly target of protein and fiber-rich dinners now! Your choice of whole wheat pasta sauted veggies and chicken meatballs is a fantastic combination that looks delicious!!

Instructions

  • 1.

    Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside (about 10-12 minutes).

  • 2.

    In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).

  • 3.

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  • 4.

    In the same skillet, add chopped onion and zucchini. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

  • 5.

    Add the tomato sauce and cooked meatballs back into the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

  • 6.

    Stir in spinach (if using) and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

  • 7.

    Combine the pasta with the sauce and meatballs, mixing well. Serve warm.

Ingredients

  • 1.

    8 oz whole wheat pasta

  • 2.

    1 lb ground chicken

  • 3.

    1 medium zucchini, diced

  • 4.

    1 medium onion, chopped

  • 5.

    2 cups tomato sauce (low-sugar)

  • 6.

    1 tsp garlic powder

  • 7.

    1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 8.

    Salt and pepper to taste

  • 9.

    1 tbsp olive oil

  • 10.

    1 cup spinach (optional for added fiber)

Nutrition

  • calories

    350

  • fat

    10

  • saturates

    2

  • carbohydrates

    45

  • fibres

    8

  • sugar

    6

  • addedSugar

    2

  • protein

    30

Healthy Whole Wheat Pasta with Chicken Meatballs Recipe

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2 comments
  • JB

    Joslyn B.Author

    "Whole wheat pasta sauted veggies and chicken mestbslls"

  • CE

    Coach Erin

    "Nice one - youre just one step away from reaching your weekly target of protein and fiber-rich dinners now! Your choice of whole wheat pasta sauted veggies and chicken meatballs is a fantastic combination that looks delicious!!"