PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN PASTA
A quick, budget-friendly meal-prep recipe with protein, vegetables and a creamy peanut sauce.
| 4 SERVINGS | 367 CALORIES | 29.3 g PROTEIN | 49.5 g CARBS | 8.8 g FAT |
Simple Ingredients. Serious Meal-Prep Value.
If you need a quick, filling meal that makes hitting your protein goal a little easier, this Peanut Butter Protein Pasta is a great option. Chickpea pasta, chicken and colorful vegetables come together in a savory peanut sauce using affordable ingredients that are easy to keep on hand. One batch makes four satisfying servings, so lunch for the next few days is handled.
Macro note: Macros are listed per serving and are estimates. Values may vary with the brands and quantities used.
Ingredients – Peanut Butter Protein Pasta
| ✓ | 1 box Banza chickpea pasta |
| ✓ | 1 bag Great Value frozen mixed vegetables |
| ✓ | 1 can Great Value chunk chicken breast, including the broth |
| ✓ | 4 tablespoons PBfit peanut butter powder |
| ✓ | 2 tablespoons soy sauce |
| ✓ | 1 tablespoon sesame oil |
| ✓ | Water, as needed |
Directions
 | 1. Cook the pasta Cook the Banza chickpea pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside. |
| 2. Cook the vegetables and chicken Add the frozen vegetables and the entire can of chicken, including the broth, to a large pot. Add a small amount of water as needed. Break the chicken into small pieces so it is evenly distributed, then simmer until the vegetables are tender. |
| 3. Make the peanut sauce Add the soy sauce, sesame oil and PBfit to the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir until the PBfit is completely incorporated and everything is evenly coated. If the mixture is too thick, add a little warm water until the sauce reaches your preferred consistency. |
| 4. Add the pasta Add the cooked and drained pasta to the chicken, vegetables and peanut sauce. Stir gently until the pasta is evenly coated and all ingredients are well combined. |
5. Portion and Serve
Divide the pasta evenly into four servings and enjoy. For extra heat, add sriracha, crushed red pepper or your favorite hot sauce.
| Need More Protein? Each serving contains approximately 29.3 grams of protein. If your protein goal is higher, simply add more chicken. Mix an additional can into the full recipe or add extra chicken to individual portions. Remember to update the macros when changing ingredient quantities. |
| Meal-Prep Tip Divide the finished pasta into four containers while it is still warm so the chicken, vegetables and sauce stay evenly distributed. When reheating, add a small splash of water and stir halfway through to loosen the peanut sauce. |
Simple ingredients. Solid protein. Plenty of vegetables. Four meals ready to go. Peanut Butter Protein Pasta.
