Three-Cheese Linguine with Chicken and Spinach Recipe

Name: Three-Cheese Linguine with Chicken and Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces linguine; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme; 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped marjoram; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 3-by-1/2-inch strips; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; Two 5-ounce bags prewashed baby spinach; 3 ounces Asiago cheese, coarsely shredded (1 cup); 3 ounces Fontina cheese, coarsely shredded (3/4 cup); 3 ounces finely grated Parmesan cheese (3/4 cup)

Servings: persons

12 ounces linguine
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped marjoram
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 3-by-1/2-inch strips
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Two 5-ounce bags prewashed baby spinach
3 ounces Asiago cheese, coarsely shredded (1 cup)
3 ounces Fontina cheese, coarsely shredded (3/4 cup)
3 ounces finely grated Parmesan cheese (3/4 cup)

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine until al dente.
2
Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water.
3
Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil with the garlic, thyme and marjoram.
4
Add the chicken; season with salt and pepper and toss.
5
Heat a large skillet.
6
Add the spinach and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until wilted.
7
Transfer to a colander and drain well.
8
Wipe out the skillet.
9
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil until shimmering.
10
Add the chicken and marinade.
11
Cook over moderately high heat until just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
12
Toss in the spinach.
13
Return the pasta to the pot.
14
Add the chicken, spinach, Asiago, Fontina and half of the Parmesan.
15
Add 3/4 cup of the reserved water.
16
Cook over low heat, tossing, until creamy, 1 minute; add more water if needed.
17
Season with salt and pepper.
18
Transfer to a bowl, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan.
19
Serve.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces linguine, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large garlic clove, minced, 1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme, and more.

Yes, Three-Cheese Linguine with Chicken and Spinach 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.

Three-Cheese Linguine with Chicken and Spinach

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