Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach is a delightful and comforting dish that elevates weeknight dinners to a new level. This one-pot meal features tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a luscious creamy sauce that envelops perfectly cooked pasta. It’s an ideal choice for busy families or anyone looking for a quick yet satisfying meal. In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a hearty dish that’s rich in flavor and easy to make. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite veggies or herbs, making it a family favorite you’ll want to prepare again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh spinach (about 4 cups)
- Chicken or vegetable broth (to create the sauce base)
- Cream alternative (for richness)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and paprika; cook for an additional minute.
- Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in your preferred broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in any cream alternative until well combined and creamy. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg