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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)

Seasoning

  • 1.5-2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning or salt and pepper

Vegetables

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

Fats and Oils

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Garlic

  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)

Liquids

  • ⅓ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1-1¼ cups heavy cream

Greens

  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach

Cheese

  • ½ cup freshly grated mizithra or parmesan cheese

Herbs

  • 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 cook in a skillet until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, melt butter and cook leeks, garlic, and green onions until softened.
  • Add chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Dijon mustard; simmer briefly. Stir in spinach until wilted, then add chicken and cream; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Combine pasta with sauce, herbs, and cheese; toss to coat. Serve hot garnished with additional herbs or lemon zest.

Notes

Feel free to adjust seasoning and cheese to taste for a personalized touch.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Pasta, Spinach