Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce for a satisfying dinner option. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a comforting dish everyone at the table will love. Serve it alongside garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s as delicious as it is easy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh spinach (about 4 cups)
- Uncooked pasta of your choice (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
- Chicken broth or water (enough to cook the pasta)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in uncooked pasta and enough broth or water to cook according to package instructions. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is tender.
- During the last few minutes of cooking, add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg