Description
Trying to gain healthy weight or build muscle? These high-carb, high-protein meals helped me gain 10 lbs naturally—and they actually taste amazing! Perfect for lean bulking, post-workout recovery, or anyone needing more fuel in their day. These easy, balanced recipes are great for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—no complicated ingredients, just real food that gets results
Recipes:
Cheesy Chicken Rigatoni
Ingredients:
1 lb rigatoni pasta
2 chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta:
Boil rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add marinara sauce, heavy cream, and spinach. Stir until spinach is wilted and sauce is heated through.
Combine Everything:
Add the cooked rigatoni and chicken to the sauce. Mix well. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and gooey.
Serve:
Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh basil, and enjoy hot with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan if desired!
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