Creamy Chicken, Spinach & Garlic Pasta in Cheesy Sauce
Creamy Chicken, Spinach & Garlic Pasta in Cheesy Sauce is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken and vibrant spinach in a rich, cheesy garlic sauce. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this one-pot meal is comforting and satisfying, making it a family favorite. The creamy sauce envelops the pasta beautifully, creating a savory experience that everyone will love. With easy preparation and versatile ingredients, you can customize it to your taste by adding fresh vegetables or swapping proteins. Get ready to indulge in this creamy delight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh spinach
- Cream or broth (for sauce)
- Salt & pepper
- Garlic powder
Instructions
- In a large pot or skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. When hot, add diced chicken breast seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the chopped turkey bacon (or omit) and cook until crispy (4-5 minutes).
- Add finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low and mix in cream or broth to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted. Simmer briefly before serving over cooked pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg