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Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta

This Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, creamy sauce infused with Italian herbs. It's a perfect weeknight meal that is both satisfying and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot for boiling pasta
  • 1 skillet or frying pan
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breast and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  • Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and stir well. Simmer the sauce for about 3-5 minutes until it starts to thicken.
  • Add the cooked chicken, fresh spinach, and drained pasta into the sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce and the spinach has wilted.
  • Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the mixture and stir until melted and combined. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • Divide the creamy chicken pasta among plates and garnish with fresh basil leaves if using. Enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, you can include sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms in the dish.
This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated for quick lunches or dinners.
Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or vegetables for a different variation.