Creamy Chicken Penne with Spinach
Creamy Chicken Penne with Spinach is a comforting one-pot meal that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce and vibrant spinach. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, delivering a delightful flavor that your family will love. With minimal cleanup and versatile ingredients, you can customize this recipe to suit your pantry staples. The blend of garlic and cheese adds depth to every bite, making it a satisfying option for any dinner table. Enjoy this delicious creamy pasta dish that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add chopped spinach and let it wilt.
- Pour in the penne pasta and chicken broth; stir well. Cover the pot and simmer until the pasta is al dente (10-12 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, mix in the heavy cream and garlic powder, stirring to combine.
- Remove from heat; fold in shredded mozzarella cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 585
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 745mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg