Description
Chicken and Spinach Pasta is a comforting yet nutritious dish that elevates weeknight dinners with its creamy garlic sauce and vibrant ingredients. Tender, boneless chicken breasts are sautéed until golden and paired with fresh spinach and al dente penne or fettuccine. The rich heavy cream binds everything together, creating a satisfying meal that’s both wholesome and indulgent. Perfect for busy families or intimate gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe requires minimal prep time while delivering maximum flavor. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad or warm garlic bread to round out your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and slice.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for 1 minute before adding spinach. Cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring well; allow to simmer for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine sliced chicken and drained pasta with the sauce; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg