I found this recipe in an old French cookbook! This is the best dinner I've ever had!

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and provides a cheesy flavor.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: leg quarters

Tofu is plant-based and lower in fat, while leg quarters are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.

Drain the pasta and set aside.

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

Add diced chicken fillet to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

Add minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet, cooking until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in sliced bell peppers and zucchini, cooking until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Pour in tomato pasta and bring to a simmer.

Add smoked paprika, onion powder, and season with salt, black pepper, and oregano to taste.

Mix in ricotta and cheddar cheese until melted and combined.

Fold in sliced Kalamata olives before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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