Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach
Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach is a delightful one-pot meal that brings comfort and flavor to your dining table. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken simmered in a creamy garlic sauce, paired with vibrant spinach and perfectly cooked penne pasta. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. Plus, the best part is that it only requires minimal cleanup, making it a favorite for home cooks of all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh spinach
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients and chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned on all sides.
- Add minced garlic to the pot and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in enough water or broth to cover the pasta (about 4 cups) along with the penne pasta. Bring to a boil; then reduce heat to low and simmer until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in fresh spinach until it wilts. Mix well to combine everything.
- Serve warm as a comforting meal everyone will love!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg