Featuring: Loretta Garlic & Herb Noodle Side
(https://www.bektrom.com/product/creamy-parmesan-pasta-salad/)
Description:
This quick, flavor-packed pasta skillet turns Bektrom’s Loretta Creamy Parmesan Pasta Salad into a hearty weeknight meal. With minimal prep and just a few add-ins, protein, a vegetable, and a sprinkle of cheese, you’ll have a creamy, comforting dinner on the table in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 1 box Loretta Creamy Parmesan Pasta Salad
- 1 cup cooked, diced chicken or sliced chicken sausage
- 1 cup broccoli florets or fresh spinach
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (or more if desired)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes or lemon zest for brightness
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pasta Salad
Cook the Loretta Creamy Parmesan Pasta Salad according to package directions. Drain if instructed and transfer to a large skillet or sauté pan.
- Add the Protein
Stir in the cooked chicken or sliced chicken sausage and warm through over medium heat.
- Incorporate the Veggies
Add broccoli florets (steamed separately for 2–3 minutes if you prefer them softer) or add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Finish with Cheese & Seasoning
Stir in the grated Parmesan and a tablespoon of olive oil or butter to enrich the sauce. Season with black pepper and, if desired, a pinch of red pepper flakes or a bit of lemon zest to brighten the flavors.
- Serve & Garnish
Spoon into bowls and top with extra Parmesan. Serve hot and enjoy a simple, satisfying meal.
The mix used in this recipe:
Loretta Creamy Parmesan Pasta Salad (Bektrom Foods)
