Creamy Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Chicken Pasta, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and al dente pasta in a luxurious, velvety sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe strikes the right balance between simplicity and sophistication, making it a meal everyone will love. Gather your ingredients and experience the magic of homemade Italian cuisine tonight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic; sauté for one minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir continuously until well combined.
- Add Parmesan cheese; stir until melted into a creamy sauce. Toss in spinach until wilted.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet; gently toss to coat every piece with sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg