Creamy Chicken Penne with Spinach
Creamy Chicken Penne with Spinach is a delicious one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a rich, creamy sauce for a comforting dish everyone will love. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, making it a family favorite. The creamy mozzarella sauce adds a savory depth while the spinach provides essential nutrients, creating a satisfying balance of flavors. With minimal cleanup and simple preparation steps, you can enjoy this delightful pasta dish in no time!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot; add garlic powder, penne pasta, spinach, and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in heavy cream and mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg