Simple Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipes

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CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN PASTA {WITH TOMATO & SPINACH}



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Chicken pasta in a garlic tomato cream sauce is the ultimate comfort meal. Made with pasta, chicken, spinach, seasonings, lots of yummy garlic, and parmesan cheese, you can make this incredible dish in under 30 minutes!

Provided by Layla

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 ounces dry pasta ((any kind))
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
salt & pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup tomatoes (diced)
2 cups spinach (chopped, optional)
2 cups heavy cream ((or 16 oz))
1/2 cups Parmesan cheese (shredded or grated)
salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Prep Pasta: Boil water in a large pot and cook pasta al dente according to package instructions.
  • Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large heavy duty pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken breasts 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • To the same pan, add the butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the tomato and spinach and cook 2-3 minutes or until the tomato and spinach are soft and wilted.
  • Reduce the heat and add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Whisk until fully incorporated and creamy. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  • Drain pasta and slice chicken into thin slices or cubes and return to the same pan. Stir to combine and serve!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 639 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 168 mg, Sodium 281 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA



Creamy chicken pasta image

Try our crowd-pleasing creamy chicken pasta for your next family meal. It's packed with flavour and is easy for anyone to make, including children

Provided by Monaz Dumasia

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

300g dried penne
2 tsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
75g baby spinach leaves
250g soft cheese
25g parmesan
4 cooked chicken breasts (about 450g), shredded with a fork
100g frozen peas
small bunch of parsley or basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve 100ml of the water and drain the pasta in a colander.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan on a medium heat and fry the garlic and spinach for 3 mins until wilted. Add the soft cheese and heat until melted. Stir in most of the parmesan, then add the shredded chicken, peas and some of the pasta water. Bring to the boil and bubble for 2-3 mins until the chicken and peas are completely heated through.
  • Add the pasta and stir until combined. Add more pasta water to loosen the sauce, if needed. Remove from heat, sprinkle over the remaining parmesan and parsley or basil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 51 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



Creamy Chicken and Pasta image

Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

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