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Creamy Chicken Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes

A delicious and wholesome creamy chicken pasta dish with fresh spinach and tomatoes, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
  7. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat everything in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

  • Author: aymane-mouraigmail-com-2
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: creamy pasta, chicken pasta, spinach recipes, quick dinner, weeknight meal