Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach & Cheese
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach & Cheese is a comforting one-pot dish that promises to delight your family and friends. This recipe combines tender chicken breast, creamy sauce, and fresh spinach, creating a rich and savory meal perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its quick preparation and minimal cleanup, you’ll have more time to enjoy the company of loved ones. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping in different pasta shapes for a fun twist. This dish is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz (225g) uncooked penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add uncooked pasta, stirring to submerge. Cover and simmer until pasta is al dente (10-12 minutes).
- Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg