Description
A creamy, flavorful pasta dish with tender chicken, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Italian seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta by boiling a pot of salted water. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- Create the sauce by slowly pouring in the heavy cream. Stir until combined and bring to a gentle simmer. Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Combine everything by adding the cooked penne and Parmesan cheese. Toss until well mixed.
- Serve hot and enjoy your meal!
Notes
For added flavor, garnish with fresh basil or parsley and consider serving with a side salad and warm bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Tuscan, chicken, pasta, quick meal, Italian