Description
One Pot Creamy Chicken Pasta is the ideal weeknight meal that combines tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and juicy tomatoes in a luscious, creamy sauce. This one-pot dish not only delivers on flavor but also simplifies cleanup, making it perfect for busy families or gatherings. With everything cooked in just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a comforting, satisfying meal that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb. penne pasta
- 1 lb. chicken breast (cut into cubes)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz.)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 2 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tbsp butter
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried basil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and onion; cook until chicken is no longer pink and onions are tender (about 8-10 minutes).
- Stir in remaining ingredients—penne pasta, diced tomatoes, garlic, spinach, chicken broth, cream cheese, mozzarella—and bring to a low simmer.
- Cook for about 20 minutes or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 91mg