Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Cheesy Chicken Pasta, where tender chicken meets al dente pasta and a delightful blend of creamy cheeses. This one-pot dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also promises to satisfy the whole family with its rich flavors and creamy texture. With the added nutrition of fresh spinach, it’s a perfect balance of indulgence and health that can be enjoyed on busy weeknights or during cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 2½ cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 ounces fresh spinach
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5–6 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in uncooked penne, chicken broth, and milk. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until pasta is tender (15–20 minutes).
- If necessary, uncover and cook for an additional 5 minutes to reduce excess liquid.
- Remove from heat; stir in cream cheese until melted. Add spinach, mozzarella, and Parmesan; stir until cheeses are fully melted.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg