Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of this Creamy Chicken Spinach Fettuccine with Broccoli, a delightful pasta dish that combines tender chicken and vibrant greens in a luscious sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor. The combination of sautéed chicken and fresh spinach enveloped in a creamy sauce makes for a comforting meal that everyone will love. Serve it with crusty bread or a crisp side salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and whole milk; stir well.
- Gradually incorporate Parmesan cheese until melted, then mix in Italian seasoning.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with spinach, stirring until wilted. Combine with fettuccine and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg