Description

Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, pasta, and vibrant spinach in a luscious sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe delivers rich flavors with minimal fuss. Enjoy a plate of happiness that celebrates the joy of gathering around the table.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
2 cups fresh spinach
8 oz cream cheese
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from pan and rest before slicing.
Make the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic and spinach until wilted (2-3 minutes). Lower heat, add cream cheese, stir until melted, then gradually mix in chicken broth.
Combine: Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken, mixing gently to coat everything in the sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
Calories: 550
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: For an extra flavor boost, add sun-dried tomatoes or swap chicken for shrimp. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently with a splash of cream.