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Creamy Chicken and Spinach Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a zesty lemon-herb sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8-10 ounces uncooked pasta

Chicken

  • 2 pieces chicken breasts (cut into small bite-size pieces)
  • 1½-2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning or salt pepper

Vegetables

  • 1 small leek (chopped)
  • 2 green green onions (ends trimmed and sliced)

Other ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ⅓ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1-¼ cups heavy cream
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • ½ cup freshly grated mizithra or parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh herbs (minced blend of parsley and dill)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Season chicken with lemon pepper and salt, then sear in a hot skillet until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and cook leeks, garlic, and green onions until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Dijon mustard; simmer briefly, then stir in spinach until wilted. Return chicken to pan and add cream, simmering 2-3 minutes.
  • Combine cooked pasta and herbs with the sauce, toss well, then stir in cheese. Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs or lemon if desired.

Notes

Feel free to adjust seasoning and cheese types to taste. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken, pasta, Spinach