Creamy Chicken Spinach Pasta 🍝
This turned out amazing! Next time going to add more sauce! But it’s so good I recommend it to my pasta lovers!
Ingredients:
1 pound of pasta (I used Penne)
3 tablespoons of stick butter
half a spoon full of mince garlic
3 tablespoons of flour
1 3/4 milk
1 1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese
2-3 chicken breasts
2-3 cups of fresh spinach
salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Cook your pasta and your chicken, boil your pasta on medium heat, then chop and season your chicken with your likings (I used onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper) put vegetable oil in your skillet and cook it for about 8-10 minutes on medium heat. Stir/flip every 3-4 minutes or so.While that is cooking also chop up your spinach, or if your like me I just tore it with my fingers and remove the stem. Place the chopped spinach in a bowl and set aside.By then time your chicken is done so should be your pasta, place your chicken out of the skillet on to a plate with a paper towel on it (so it can soak up the oil) drain the water from your pasta and set aside.
2. Making the sauce!! In a skillet on low heat, melt your butter, once melted add in your garlic, whisk for about 2 minutes, then add in your flour and whisk that for 1 minute. Bring your heat up to medium.Then slowly add in half of your milk and whisk for a while or until we’ll mix, it will be very thick in the beginning , then add in your other half of milk once brought to bubbles/ boil whisk continuously for 6 minutes. Add salt a pepper and turn off your heat.
3.Add in your pasta, chicken, spinach and fold and mix together. Then finally add in your Parmesan cheese to mix that in. As a side I did garlic bread, pop toast in the toaster, place butter and garlic powder on it.One of the best pastas I’ve made!
(Be warned the pasta kinda of absorbed the sauce but you can still taste it, you can probably add 1/2 of pasta water to it! I personally didn’t because I don’t want the flavor taken away, so next time I made this, imma double the sauce!)
Creamy Chicken Spinach Pasta is a fantastic choice for a comforting meal. To enhance this dish further, consider using whole grain or gluten-free pasta, which adds nutritional value and accommodates dietary preferences. Fresh ingredients like garlic and spinach not only elevate the flavor but also provide essential nutrients. Experimenting with different cheese varieties, such as mozzarella or feta, can give the pasta unique taste profiles. Additionally, customizing your sauce by incorporating herbs like basil or oregano will introduce aromatic elements that can enhance the dish. Don't overlook the potential to add a hint of spice! A sprinkle of red pepper flakes can add an enjoyable kick. For a more filling option, add some roasted vegetables or sun-dried tomatoes for additional flavor and texture. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal experience! Enjoy the delightful balance of creamy flavors and fresh ingredients in this chicken spinach pasta.
