This High Protein Pasta Meal Prep features tender Cajun chicken, protein pasta, a creamy cottage cheese Parmesan sauce, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes. With 60 grams of protein per serving, it’s a delicious and easy meal prep recipe perfect for busy weekdays.
8 ounces high-protein pasta (such as Banza)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 garlic clove, roughly chopped
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
2 cups chopped spinach
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
Reserved pasta cooking water
Extra grated Parmesan for serving
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the high-protein pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken, Cajun seasoning, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 4–5 minutes until the chicken is browned and fully cooked.
4. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, and garlic. Blend until completely smooth.
5. Add the cooked pasta and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet with the chicken.
6. Pour the cottage cheese sauce into the skillet and stir gently over low heat.
7. Add a little reserved pasta water until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
8. Stir in the chopped spinach until wilted.
9. Mix in the fresh basil.
10. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of milk or water.
This recipe is not recommended for freezing because high-protein pasta may become soft after thawing.
Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if preferred.
Add mushrooms, broccoli, or roasted peppers for extra vegetables.