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Creamy Chicken and Spinach One Pot Pasta

A cozy, one-pot pasta dish that's quick to prepare, featuring chicken and spinach in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
  • 1 pound chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth For cooking the pasta.
  • 1 cup milk or half and half For creaminess.
  • 8 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, shells) Any bite-size pasta works.
  • 2 big handfuls spinach To add vegetables.
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan For added flavor.
  • Salt, pepper, and a pinch of Italian seasoning To taste.
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, lemon squeeze at the end

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot.
  • Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until it is mostly done.
  • Add garlic and stir for about 30 seconds.

Cooking

  • Pour in broth and milk, then add pasta. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Lower heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Once pasta is tender, stir in spinach until it wilts.
  • Turn off heat and add parmesan. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

The pasta cooks right in the broth and milk, thickening the sauce without draining. Add a squeeze of lemon for brightness if desired.
Keyword chicken, Comfort Food, One Pot Meals, pasta, Quick Dinner