High Protein Pasta
This High Protein Pasta delivers 68g protein and 705 calories per serving—the highest-protein pasta option in our library. Quick stovetop prep creates 4 servings ready to portion and refrigerate immediately. Engineered for anyone hitting a 200g+ daily protein target through whole-food sources while maintaining consistent carbohydrate intake.
Ingredients
- •Banza Chickpea Pasta(227g)
Banza chickpea pasta — higher protein than regular pasta. Found in the pasta aisle.
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Cajun seasoning blend(15g)
- •Italian seasoning(5g)
- •Cottage Cheese (2%)(480g)
1% or 2% small-curd cottage cheese. Good Cultures or Daisy brand.
- •Parmesan Cheese(120g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •2% Milk(120g)
- •Garlic(5g)
- •Tomatoes, Sun-Dried, Packed In Oil(120g)
- •Spinach(480g)
- •Basil, Fresh(120g)
Instructions
- 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to al dente according to package instructions. RESERVE 1 CUP OF THE PASTA COOKING LIQUID (don't forget!), then drain. Rinse the pasta well so it doesn't become gummy (if using regular wheat/semolina pasta, no need to rinse it).
- 2Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken, Cajun seasoning, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine, then saute the chicken until golden on all sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- 3In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
- 4To the pan with the chicken, add the cooked noodles and sundried tomatoes. Pour the cottage cheese sauce over the top. Warm gently over low, thinning with the reserved pasta water if needed.
- 5Stir in the spinach a few handfuls at a time, allowing it to wilt. Sprinkle with basil and enjoy hot with additional Parmesan to taste.
Nutrition — Per Serving
705
calories
68g
protein
25g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Saturated fat
- 8.0g
- Sodium
- 1297 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 11.8g
4 servings per batch · ~540g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does High Protein Pasta have per serving?
Each serving delivers 68g of protein and 705 calories with 25g fat and 55g carbs. This is one of the highest protein-per-serving ratios available, making it a primary target meal for daily protein intake.
How long does High Protein Pasta take to make?
Quick prep stovetop recipe that batch-preps 4 servings at once, allowing you to consolidate cooking time for multiple days of high-protein dinners in a single session.
Is High Protein Pasta good for muscle gain?
At 68g protein per serving, this recipe directly targets muscle-gain phases where 180-200g daily protein is the priority. The 55g carbs support training intensity and recovery without overshooting calorie surplus.
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