Angel Chicken Pasta is proof that you can enjoy creamy, satisfying pasta dishes while staying mindful of your health goals. This recipe pairs tender chicken cubes with delicate angel hair pasta cooked directly in skim milk for maximum flavor. A touch of Parmesan adds the perfect finishing touch, making this dish feel indulgent while keeping it Weight Watchers-friendly.

With a balanced ratio of lean protein to pasta, this meal is both filling and points-conscious. Check out our other Weight Watchers dinner recipes for more delicious inspiration!

Creamy Angel Chicken Pasta on a plate with salt and pepper shakers on the side.
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Why should you try Angel Chicken Pasta?

Any Weight Watchers-style creamy chicken pasta needs no justification beyond its taste. However, let me share some insights. I typically use 100-150g of pasta per recipe for two people, which yields an impressive amount and creates an ideal ratio with chicken. As the thin strands absorb liquid and expand, you get the sensation of eating more pasta, making this dish particularly satisfying.

I’ve changed my approach to pasta dishes over time. Previously, my plates were 70% pasta and 30% accompaniment. Now, I recommend occasional pasta consumption with a reversed ratio: 30% pasta (angel hair is perfect) and 70% lean chicken protein.

This recipe achieves the goal of enjoying pasta while keeping portions modest. It proves you can create a fulfilling pasta dish without relying on large portions of pasta itself.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 2

Serving Size: 2 cups (300g) per portion

8 WW Points Per Serving. You can view the recipe on the WW App here. (WW login required.) 

Ingredients

Creamy Angel Chicken Pasta ingredients in separate dishes on a counter.
  • 1-pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes (454g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (5g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (2g)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (3g)
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (5ml)
  • 2 cups skim milk (480ml)
  • 4 ounces angel hair pasta (100g)
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (25g)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8g)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken cubes thoroughly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Make sure all pieces are evenly coated with the seasonings.
  2. Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken cubes to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on all sides and cooked through.
  4. In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the skim milk and cornstarch until completely smooth with no lumps.
  5. Add the milk mixture to the skillet with the chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, scraping the bottom of the pan to incorporate the flavorful browned bits from the chicken.
  6. Break the angel hair pasta in half and add it to the simmering milk. Add the pasta gradually, spreading it in a fan pattern as you drop it in. This technique helps prevent the strands from clumping together. Stir gently with a fork to ensure even distribution.
  7. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally with a long-handled spoon or tongs, until the pasta is tender and the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in half of the parmesan cheese until melted.
  9. Serve immediately, topped with the remaining parmesan cheese.
Chicken mixed with seasonings in a small bowl.
A slurry in a measuring cup.
Chicken cooking in a hot pan.
Pasta and sauce added to the cooked chicken in the pan.

Variations and Substitutions

This creamy chicken pasta welcomes several enhancements:

  1. For an intense Italian touch, incorporate sun-dried tomatoes. Choose ones not preserved in oil, or if oil-packed, rinse them under running water, dry them thoroughly, and chop them into small pieces.
  2. Following the Italian theme, a teaspoon of pesto or chopped fresh basil leaves adds aromatic flavor to the Angel Chicken Pasta.
  3. For extra nutrients, include steamed broccoli florets, bell peppers, mushrooms, peas, or corn kernels.

Tips and Tricks for Making Angel Chicken Pasta

  1. Cut the pasta in half for easier handling in the pan.
  2. When adding pasta, separate the strands thoroughly to prevent clumping. If clumps form, remove them and separate them by hand.
  3. While best served fresh, leftovers store well in the refrigerator. To reheat, add a splash of milk and warm in short microwave intervals, stirring between each.
  4. A sprinkle of parmesan cheese will make this dish exceptional.
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Angel Chicken Pasta

Servings: 2
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Creamy Angel Chicken Pasta on a plate with salt and pepper shakers on the side.
A creamy pasta dinner with chicken.

Ingredients 

  • 1- pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes (454g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, 5g
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2g
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 3g
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 5ml
  • 2 cups skim milk, 480ml
  • 4 ounces angel hair pasta, 100g
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 25g
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 8g

Instructions 

  • Season the chicken cubes thoroughly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Make sure all pieces are evenly coated with the seasonings.
  • Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  • Add the seasoned chicken cubes to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on all sides and cooked through.
  • In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the skim milk and cornstarch until completely smooth with no lumps.
  • Add the milk mixture to the skillet with the chicken. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, scraping the bottom of the pan to incorporate the flavorful browned bits from the chicken.
  • Break the angel hair pasta in half and add it to the simmering milk. Add the pasta gradually, spreading it in a fan pattern as you drop it in. This technique helps prevent the strands from clumping together. Stir gently with a fork to ensure even distribution.
  • Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally with a long-handled spoon or tongs, until the pasta is tender and the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat and stir in half of the parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Serve immediately, topped with the remaining parmesan cheese.

Notes

8 WW Points per serving. 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 272gCalories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 4.1gSaturated Fat: 1.3gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 1984mgPotassium: 301mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 6.6gCalcium: 230mgIron: 1.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
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