Creamy Chicken, Spinach & Cheesy Garlic Pasta
Indulge in this Creamy Chicken, Spinach & Cheesy Garlic Pasta, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with vibrant spinach in a rich and velvety garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pot meal not only saves you time on cleanup but also delights your taste buds with every creamy bite. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the warm embrace of this delicious pasta dish tonight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh spinach (optional)
- Cream cheese or milk alternative
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken and chopping the onion. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- If using, add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Lower the heat and mix in cream cheese or your preferred milk alternative. Stir continuously until the sauce is creamy.
- Combine everything thoroughly and let it simmer for a few more minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg