Nothing beats a classic pasta dinner that carries the comfort of a Sunday family meal while working like high-performance fuel. This recipe uses a high-protein dairy base to create a creamy, garlic-infused sauce that pairs perfectly with a post-workout appetite. By quickly sauteing aromatics before adding your sauce, you create a gourmet experience in minimal time. Greek yogurt or cottage cheese provides a rich, restaurant-quality finish without the excessive fat of heavy cream — just be sure to temper it properly for the smoothest result.
Ingredients
- 1 jar Sturdy Sauce
- 250g pre-cooked lean chicken strips or freshly cooked chicken breast, sliced
- 200g high-protein spaghetti
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or blended cottage cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the sliced garlic and saute for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
- Add the chicken and Sturdy Sauce, stirring to combine, and bring to a light simmer.
- Temper the Greek yogurt or cottage cheese by spooning a small amount of the hot sauce into it and stirring to warm it gradually, then stir the mixture back into the pan. This prevents curdling.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss until the sauce coats the noodles evenly. Serve immediately.