These high-protein pasta recipes will have you coming back for seconds.
Thankfully, things seem to be completely back to normal in that respect, so we can go back to enjoying this ultimate comfort food with a renewed appreciation for just how good it is.
There’s no denying that a bowl of carbs can be a great way to boost your mood and we’re always on board with that. We’ve put together nine simple & delicious high-protein pasta recipes for you to put to the test.
From a meaty mac n cheese, to a fajita chicken pasta bake — we’ve got something irresistible for you to dig into next dinnertime.
And who could ever say no to lasagne?
1. Creamy sausage pasta
Made with quark and low-fat sausages, this delicious recipe is deceptively creamy considering each serving contains less than 6g of fat.
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 514kcal | 34g | 48g | 5.8g
2. BBQ pulled chicken mac 'n' cheese
So you're probably already a mac n cheese fan... but have you tried taking it to the next level with tangy BBQ pulled chicken? You really should. Right now.
BBQ Pulled Chicken Mac N Cheese
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 597kcal | 37g | 51g | 21g
3. Loaf tin lasagne
Lasagne is top tier pasta, no doubt about it, but the time it takes to make it can be slightly off-putting. Well, that was before. Now you have all the time in the world to spend in your kitchen creating this absolute delight...
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 556kcal | 46g | 66g | 13g
4. Buffalo chicken pasta salad
Looking for something a bit lighter? This incredible pasta salad is perfect for a lunch that's packed with flavour and will keep you full all day.
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 485kcal | 49g | 30g | 20g
5. Fajita pasta bake
This might just be the king of high-protein pasta recipes. Sizzling fajita chicken with softened peppers, all in a cheesy pasta bake… it’s the crossover we all needed in our lives, right?
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 521kcal | 28g | 62g | 16g
6. Creamy cajun pasta
When it comes to simple & delicious meal prep, this one's a real winner.
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 516kcal | 38g | 71g | 8g
7. Tuna pasta salad
Who said pasta had to be hot? Pasta salad is one of the finest lunch options going. Just chuck your fresh ingredients into an air-tight container, and enjoy the next day.
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 415cal | 26g | 40g | 20g
8. Chicken Caesar pasta salad
And if tuna isn't your vibe, chicken Caesar is a great option.
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 557cal | 41g | 65g | 15g
9. Tasty chicken Alfredo
When it comes to comfort food, chicken Alfredo is up there. It's easy, creamy and it's as tasty as it gets.
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 488cal | 63g | 46g | 9g
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Lauren is a recipe writer and English Literature graduate who firmly believes in a balanced approach to fitness. She has always been a keen swimmer and, in recent years, has discovered the benefits of weight training and hot yoga. When she's not in the gym, you'll find her cooking up new recipes or enjoying brunch with her friends, having moved on from her student days of living on pasta.
