High-Protein Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
If you’re craving something rich and comforting but still want to hit your protein goals, this one’s for you. This high-protein take on classic Fettucine Alfredo uses protein-packed pasta and a lightened-up sauce, then tops it off with juicy grilled chicken for a satisfying, macro-friendly meal. Stores and reheats well for easy meal prep too.
What Makes it Awesome
- High in protein without relying on weird ingredients
- Creamy Alfredo flavor without all the heavy cream
- Uses simple, store-bought protein pasta
- Balanced enough for a weeknight dinner or meal prep
- You’ll barely notice it’s a healthy “light” version
High-Protein Fettucine Chicken Alfredo Pasta
This creamy chicken Alfredo pasta delivers big flavor and high protein — thanks to protein pasta, a lightened-up sauce, and lean grilled chicken breast. Perfect for a satisfying macro-friendly dinner.
Ingredients
- 6 oz high-protein pasta (we like Barilla Protein+)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or light butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or low-fat milk
- 1 oz light cream cheese
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- 6 oz chicken breast
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley or red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta cooks, season chicken with salt and pepper and grill or pan-sear until fully cooked (~5–6 minutes per side depending on thickness). Let rest, then slice.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add milk, cream cheese, and Parmesan to sauce pan. Whisk until smooth and slightly thickened (4–6 minutes).
- Remove sauce pan from heat. Add pasta water to adjust sauce to desired consistency.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
- Garnish with parsley or red pepper flakes and serve warm.
Notes
Pro Tip: Slice the chicken thinly after resting so it stays juicy and easy to layer. To boost flavor, marinate your chicken in lemon juice and garlic for 15 minutes before grilling.
A full serving with high-protein pasta and grilled chicken includes ~500 calories, 45g protein, 30g carbs, and 18g fat. Macros vary based on pasta brand and exact chicken weight.
If you love cheesy comfort food, check out our High-Protein Buffalo Mac and Cheese — another savory classic with a healthy twist.
