Creamy Chicken & Spinach Pasta in Cheesy Garlic Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Chicken, Spinach & Cheesy Garlic Pasta, a delightful one-pot dish that is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken and fresh spinach enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce that is sure to impress. Easy to prepare and adaptable with your favorite vegetables or proteins, this pasta dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and wholesome.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- Fresh spinach (as desired)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Cream or plant-based milk (for the sauce)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add fresh spinach to wilt slightly before combining everything.
- Pour in cream or plant-based milk to create the sauce; stir until everything is well-coated.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve warm with optional grated cheese on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate of pasta (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg