Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and a luscious creamy sauce. This one-pot meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering rich taste and satisfying textures that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- 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)
- Cooked pasta (your choice)
- Cream or broth (your preference)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate cooked pasta into the pot.
- Pour in cream or broth to create a creamy sauce. Mix thoroughly and let simmer for a few more minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg