Description
A quick and satisfying one-pot meal that combines tender chicken and pasta in a creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 8 oz Pasta (any shape)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Spinach (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to skillet; cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken, then add minced garlic; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and add pasta; cover and cook until pasta is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Return chicken to the pan, add spinach if using, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and season to taste.
Notes
Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can enhance flavor. Avoid overcooking pasta as it will continue to absorb liquid. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, one-pot meal, weeknight dinner, Italian recipe