Creamy Chicken Pasta
Tender refined pasta, cooked chicken, and a light milk-and-butter sauce create a simple creamy dinner without heavy spices or a rich restaurant-style sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Approximate Per Serving
- Calories: ~390 kcal
- Protein: ~30g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Fat: ~10g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Sodium: varies by cheese and broth
Nutrition is an estimate and varies by ingredients, brands, and portion size.
Descriptions
This creamy chicken pasta keeps the sauce intentionally light. Refined white pasta is used instead of whole-wheat pasta when a temporary low-fiber diet has been recommended.
The chicken should be fully cooked and cut into small pieces. Parmesan is optional and should be used only if dairy fits your plan and you tolerate it.
Directions
Cook the refined pasta in lightly salted water until tender, then drain.
Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat and add the milk, stirring gently.
Warm the sauce without a hard boil. Add the cooked chicken and heat through.
Add the pasta and toss gently until evenly coated.
Stir in a small amount of Parmesan if using. Add broth if the pasta seems dry or you want a softer consistency.
Serve warm and keep the seasoning mild.
Note's
- Use refined pasta rather than whole-wheat pasta during a low-fiber stage if advised.
- Skip chili flakes and heavy garlic if they aggravate symptoms.
- Add broth to thin the sauce.
- Use lactose-free milk if needed and permitted.
Serving Suggestions
Serve on its own or with a small portion of a very soft, peeled vegetable if your clinician has already allowed those foods.
Storage and Reheating
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of milk or broth and warm gently to loosen the sauce.
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Important Medical Note
This recipe is general food information, not medical treatment. Diverticulitis diets can change by stage. During an acute flare, a healthcare professional may recommend clear liquids for a short time and then a gradual return to low-fiber foods as symptoms improve. Follow your own clinician’s instructions and seek medical care for severe or worsening symptoms.
Read the full diverticulitis dinner guide for the broader meal-planning context.
Ingredients
8 oz refined white pasta
2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
1 cup milk, if tolerated
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, optional
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/3 cup low-sodium broth, as needed
Menu info
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 20 Minutes
- Total Time: 30 Minutes
- Servings: 4
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