Ingredients
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- 10 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 cups spinach
- 2 cups cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- In a bowl, season the chicken cubes with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add cream and parmesan cheese; stir until smooth.
- Add cooked chicken and pasta back into the skillet; mix gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg