Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach is a delightful one-pot meal that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Tender diced chicken, vibrant spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce come together beautifully to create a satisfying dish that the whole family will love. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking under 30 minutes—but it also minimizes cleanup by using just one pot. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs to make it your own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and diced chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add heavy cream, stirring in paprika and dried Italian herbs.
- Add uncooked penne pasta directly into the pot, ensuring it's submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook according to package instructions (about 10-12 minutes) until al dente.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg