Description
One-Pot Chicken Pasta is a delightful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and fresh spinach in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy recipe minimizes clean-up while delivering a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With its vibrant flavors and simple preparation, it’s sure to become a staple in your home cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add penne pasta and chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Mix in heavy cream and spinach; stir until spinach wilts down.
- Serve warm with grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg