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.
Healthy Pasta Recipes | Lean, Creamy Sausage Pasta Meal Prep
Who can resist a steaming bowl of pasta... especially when it's this good for you?
| 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
Macaroni cheese lovers, listen up. This one’s for you.
| 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...
Loaf Tin Lasagne | 4-Day High-Protein Meal Prep
The ultimate comfort meal.
| 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.
| 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?
Fajita Pasta Bake
Fajita chicken in a cheesy pasta bake is a crossover we’re all here for.
| 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.
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta | High-Protein Meal Prep
When it comes to quick & simple meal prep, this one’s a sure bet.
| 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.
| 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.
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Meal Prep
Now this is what we call foolproof meal prep.
| 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.
Tasty Chicken Alfredo | Healthy Pasta Recipes
Try this healthier twist on a restaurant classic.
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
| 488cal | 63g | 46g | 9g |
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Lauren is an English Literature graduate originally from the South. She’s always loved swimming, has discovered the power of weight training over the past few years, and has lots of room for improvement in her weekly hot yoga class.
On the weekends she’s usually cooking or eating some kind of brunch, and she enjoys trying out new recipes with her housemates – especially since shaking off student habits, like mainly surviving off pasta. Above all, she’s a firm believer in keeping a balance between the gym and gin.
Find out more about Lauren’s experience here.
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