Chicken Pasta Saute
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Chicken Pasta Sauté, a quick and satisfying meal that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen! Tender, seasoned chicken breasts pair perfectly with al dente penne pasta, while the medley of sautéed grape tomatoes, baby spinach, and a zesty garlic-lemon blend creates a light yet savory sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a hint of Italian seasoning, this one-pan dish is as easy to make as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Serve warm and watch this wholesome, comforting meal disappear from plates! Keywords: chicken pasta sauté, easy chicken pasta recipe, one-pan dinner, quick weeknight meals, garlic lemon pasta, healthy pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1.5 cups grape tomatoes, halved
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 0.75 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the halved grape tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Stir in the sliced chicken and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well to combine, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 73.2 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 336 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 2795 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.4 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 173.2 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 611 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 2326 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
