Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pot recipe offers a delightful balance of taste and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic
- Fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Your choice of pasta
- Broth (chicken or vegetable)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until browned (about 7-10 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add pasta and enough broth to cover the mixture; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer until pasta is al dente.
- Mix in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg