Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach is a comforting and satisfying one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This dish features tender, juicy chicken and vibrant spinach enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that your whole family will love. With just a handful of key ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you can whip up this delightful pasta dish in no time. It’s not only delicious but also versatile enough to be paired with your favorite sides or customized with additional veggies or herbs. Enjoy the ultimate combination of flavors and textures in every bite!
- 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
- Fresh spinach (about 4 cups)
- Pasta of your choice (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- Broth or water to cover pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Pour in pasta along with enough broth (or water) to cover. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer, cooking according to package instructions until pasta is al dente.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, allowing everything to meld together for a minute before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg