Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach is a comforting and flavorful dish that will quickly become a family favorite. This one-pot meal combines tender chicken with fresh spinach in a luscious, creamy sauce, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying dinner that is both easy to prepare and delightful to eat. The best part? Cleanup is a breeze since everything cooks together in one pot.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sautรฉ minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds), then add chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in paprika and Italian herbs, then add uncooked penne pasta. Cover and cook according to package instructions (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Once pasta is al dente, fold in fresh spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes) and return the chicken to the pot. Mix gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Feel free to mix in other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition. To brighten the dish, squeeze some fresh lemon juice before serving.