Best 2 Creamy Chicken And Spinach Pasta Recipes

Welcome to the ultimate guide to cooking creamy chicken and spinach pasta, a delectable dish that combines the rich flavors of tender chicken, vibrant spinach, and a velvety creamy sauce. This article will take you on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this classic meal, leaving you with a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a creamy chicken and spinach pasta recipe that strikes the perfect balance between comfort and sophistication.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CHICKEN AND SPINACH PASTA

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This pasta is packed with nutrients, potassium from the spinach and calcium from the evaporated milk, which has 80% more calcium than regular milk. Serve with a crisp green salad. From Canadian Living Magazine.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (385 ml) can fat-free evaporated milk
5 cups whole wheat penne (12oz/375g)
10 ounces fresh spinach, trimmed (recipe states half bag 10oz/284g pkg?)
1/3 cup fresh basil, shredded
1/4 cup sweet red pepper, diced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 green onions, chopped
salt, to taste
hot pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

Steps:

in large nonstick skillet, heat oil over med-high heat, brown chicken and transfer to a bowl.
drain off any fat from pan, add onion (not green onion) garlic and black pepper, fry over medium heat until onion is soft, about 5 minutes, sprinkle with flour, cook stirring for 1 minute.
return chicken along with juices from chicken to pan.
add evaporated milk, cook stirring and without boiling, until thick enough to coat back of spoon, about 5 minutes. adjust seasoning if needed.
meanwhile, in pot of boiling salted water cook penne until tender but firm, about 12 minutes, add spinach, drain and return to pot, add chicken mixture, red pepper, basil, lemon juice and green onions: toss to combine.
serve while hot. if desired spinkle indivdual servings with hot pepper flakes.

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN AND SPINACH PASTA

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Spicy, rich and creamy all wrapped into one amazing pasta dish. One of those dishes that fills you up, satisfies your hunger but is hard to stop eating. Finally have the ingredients adjusted just right, takes a little time to prepare but oh so worth the effort. ENJOY

Provided by Patricia Jutting

Categories Other Main Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 29

Ingredients

blackened seasoning---mix together the following and store in a empty spice container
2 tsp salt
2 tsp oregano
2 tsp thyme
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp white pepper
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
CREAMY CAJUN SPINACH INGREDIENTS
4-5 boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 oz angel hair or linguine, cooke al dente
2 Tbsp butter
1 bunch green onions sliced thin
1/2 c chopped red pepper
3 c thinly sliced fresh spinach leaves
1/3 c sundried tomatoes, chopped
1 c milk, 2%
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup
2 c whipping cream
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp blackened seasoning from above
2 tsp adobe sauce from canned chipotle pepper, i always have these in the refrigerator for different recipes just store in a plastic container after opening lasts like salsa
1/2 c parmesan cheese
oil for frying chicken

Steps:

1. heat oil in pan (I prefer cast iron) sprinkle all sides of chicken (I coat quite heavily), fry chicken in hot oil approimately 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through. remove from pan and allow to cool. when cool slice diagonally or into whatever size pieces you want. set aside
2. in a large pan over medium heat, melt butter, saute green onions (I save about a 1/4 cup out for garnish), red pepper, spinach, and sundried tomatoes until just turning tender.
3. reduce heat add milk, cream,chicken soup,salt, basil, black and white pepper, garlic powder, blackened seasoning, adobe sauce and chicken. heat through and stir in parmesan to cheese to thicken. (if this is not thick enough you can thicken with a small amount of cornstarch dissolved in small amount of water)
4. pour over hot pasta and garnish with grated parmesan cheese and green onions. ENJOY

Tips:

- For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water. You can also add some white wine or dry vermouth. - If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use frozen spinach. Just be sure to thaw it and squeeze out the excess water before adding it to the pasta. - If you like your pasta saucy, add a little more milk or cream. You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese to make it even creamier. - For a more flavorful dish, use a variety of vegetables. Some good options include broccoli, zucchini, and mushrooms. - If you want a healthier dish, use whole wheat pasta and low-fat milk. You can also add some grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

Conclusion:

Creamy chicken and spinach pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even more flavorful and healthy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give creamy chicken and spinach pasta a try.

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