Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach
Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach is a comforting and delectable one-pot meal that promises to elevate your dining experience. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken pieces with al dente penne pasta, enveloped in a rich garlic sauce and adorned with vibrant spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s a family-friendly recipe that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with salt and black pepper; cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove chicken from the pot.
- In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Return the chicken along with any juices.
- Add the drained penne and fresh spinach; sprinkle with garlic powder. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg