Description
Creamy Chicken Penne with Spinach is a deliciously comforting dish that the whole family will adore. Combining tender chicken and fresh spinach in a velvety sauce, this one-pot recipe streamlines your cooking process without skimping on flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it can be ready in under 30 minutes, making dinner both quick and satisfying. The creamy mozzarella sauce envelops each piece of penne pasta, creating a delightful meal that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Whether you serve it in individual bowls or family-style, this dish is not only tasty but also visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add penne pasta and stir well.
- Cover and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reduce heat, mix in heavy cream and chopped spinach until combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded mozzarella cheese until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg