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Chicken And Spinach Skillet Pasta Recipe

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This delicious chicken and spinach skillet pasta recipe is an easy, one-pan meal packed with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and creamy pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 cup milk

  • 8 ounces penne or your favorite pasta

  • 3 cups fresh spinach

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.

  4. Pour in chicken broth and milk, then stir in pasta.

  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is al dente and liquid is mostly absorbed.

  6. Add spinach and cooked chicken; stir until spinach wilts.

  7. Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.

  8. Serve hot and garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep.

  • Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor.

 

  • Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as needed.

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