Spinach and Tomato Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Name: Spinach and Tomato Chicken Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts, diced in bite size pieces; 12 oz twisted (or small favorite) pasta; 1 small onion, diced; 4 tbsp pesto (can buy at market/grocery store or homemade); 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 dash garlic salt; 1/3 tsp dried red peppers; 16 oz alfredo sauce; 9 oz fresh spinach; 10 oz box grape tomatoes, cut in half; 4 tbsp ricotta cheese; 1 salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3 chicken breasts, diced in bite size pieces
12 oz twisted (or small favorite) pasta
1 small onion, diced
4 tbsp pesto (can buy at market/grocery store or homemade)
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 dash garlic salt
1/3 tsp dried red peppers
16 oz alfredo sauce
9 oz fresh spinach
10 oz box grape tomatoes, cut in half
4 tbsp ricotta cheese
1 salt and pepper to taste

1
Cook diced chicken breasts in large skillet on low- medium heat for 5 min.
2
In the meantime, boil hot water as directed on pasta directions.
3
Add diced onions, dried pepper, pesto, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper to skillet.
4
Finish cooking chicken until it is completely cooked.
5
When pasta is finished cooking, drain the water.
6
Add alfredo sauce to pasta and let simmer.
7
Toss in spinach and tomatoes to skillet.
8
You may toss them around with the chicken to warm them up, or let them simmer until soft and warm.
9
Add ricotta cheese to skillet and mix.
10
Place one serving of pasta on a dish/plate.
11
Add one serving of the chicken, spinach, and tomato mixture on top.
12
Salt and pepper to taste.
13
This recipie can be garnished with fresh spinach, parmesan, or fresh basil.
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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 chicken breasts, diced in bite size pieces, 12 oz twisted (or small favorite) pasta, 1 small onion, diced, 4 tbsp pesto (can buy at market/grocery store or homemade), and more.

Yes, Spinach and Tomato Chicken Alfredo falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Spinach and Tomato Chicken Alfredo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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