Chicken And Spinach Pasta Recipe

Name: Chicken And Spinach Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inchstrips; 1 garlic clove (chopped); 1 (3 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth; 1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, washed, drained, and cut; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed; 1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta; 20 cherry tomatoes, quartered; salt & pepper; butter

Servings: persons

1
Bring large pot of water to a boil, season with a pinch of salt and two slices of onion, stir in penne pasta.
2
In a large skillet over medium heat, put some butter to warm up and add the chopped clove of garlic, meanwhile season the chicken with salt and black pepper, add the chicken to the butter and garlic in the skillet and cook until golden brown, add the chicken broth simmering for about 3 minutes.
3
Stir in cubed cream cheese, fresh chopped spinach, and sliced mushrooms. Return to simmer (low heat), and cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cherry tomatoes, and cook about 3 more minutes.
4
Drain the cooked pasta and removing the cooked onion slices, in a large sauce pot, mix together the pasta and the sauce. Let stand a few minutes before serving!

523

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inchstrips, 1 garlic clove (chopped), 1 (3 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, sliced, 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Spinach Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken And Spinach Pasta

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