Chicken Spinach Penne: Easy and Indulgent Family Dinner Delight
Delight your family with this easy Chicken Spinach Penne, a comforting and indulgent meal that’s perfect for any dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and spinach to the skillet, sauté until spinach is wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add cooked penne and Parmesan cheese, stirring until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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