Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach, a delightful one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken pieces simmered in a luscious creamy sauce, complemented by fresh spinach and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Not only is it quick to prepare, but itβs also customizable based on your pantry staples. Serve hot for a satisfying dinner thatβs sure to please everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Β½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, then cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sautΓ© minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add baby spinach and cook until wilted (around 2-3 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the pot with chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Remove from heat and mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using smoked paprika or adding other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. Adjust the creaminess of the sauce by varying the amount of heavy cream used.