Ingredients
Pasta
- 2 cups pasta
Chicken & Vegetables
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add the sliced chicken breasts. Cook until they are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan with the chicken and sauté briefly until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Cook spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add cream: Pour the cream into the pan and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate parmesan: Add the parmesan cheese and stir continuously until it melts smoothly into the sauce.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Toss the cooked pasta into the pan with the creamy sauce and chicken. Mix thoroughly to coat all the pasta evenly.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the creamy chicken and spinach pasta warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Add mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier, fiber-rich option.
- Freshly grate additional parmesan on top when serving for more depth.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream with half-and-half or a lower-fat cream alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
