Malunggay Cream Pasta | Moringa Pasta Recipe

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain pasta and set aside, reserving some pasta water.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in red bell pepper and carrots, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Add heavy cream and stir until combined, cooking for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Mix in malunggay leaves and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.

Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.

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