Description
A satisfying dish that’s easy to prepare, featuring tender chicken, pasta, and a creamy sauce with vibrant spinach and Parmesan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set the pasta aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced chicken, seasoning generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook until golden brown.
- Stir in the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the spinach, letting it wilt quickly.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Parmesan until creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with more Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Ensure chicken is cut into uniform pieces for even cooking and watch the garlic closely to avoid bitterness. Use fresh spinach for better texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg