Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach & Cheese
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach & Cheese is a delightful, one-pot meal that brings together the rich flavors of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fresh spinach. This comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering an easy and satisfying option for family dinners. With its cheesy goodness and hearty texture, this pasta dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, you can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste. Enjoy a plateful of comfort that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb 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 uncooked penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir well and bring to a boil.
- Add uncooked pasta to the boiling mixture; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until pasta is al dente (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg