Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole wheat pasta until al dente according to package directions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- While the pasta cooks, season the cubed chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes, turning pieces so they brown evenly. Remove the chicken to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 30 to 45 seconds until fragrant—watch so it does not burn.
- Sprinkle the whole wheat flour into the garlic and stir for about 30 seconds to cook the raw taste.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, scraping any browned bits from the pan. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2 to 3 minutes. If it gets too thick, loosen with a splash of reserved pasta water.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Temper the Greek yogurt by stirring a small spoonful of the hot sauce into the yogurt, then whisking the warmed yogurt back into the pan.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add the drained pasta, and toss to coat. If the sauce needs loosening, add more reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time.
- Fold in the baby spinach until just wilted. Serve hot sprinkled with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. Can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave. If freezing, place cooled portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months.
