Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach
Indulge in the comfort of this Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach, a delightful one-pot dish that combines tender chicken and vibrant spinach in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. The creamy texture and cheesy goodness make it a fantastic family dinner option or a crowd-pleaser for gatherings. Plus, with minimal cleanup required, you can spend more time enjoying your meal than washing dishes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups baby spinach, packed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; mix well.
- Add pasta and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Fold in baby spinach until wilted.
- Remove from heat and stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg