Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach, a one-pot dish that offers a comforting blend of rich flavors and creamy textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- 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
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and garlic powder; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked penne and spinach to the pot; mix well to combine.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 330g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 90mg