I Have No Idea Chicken with Rotini Pasta
Dive into a hearty, no-fuss dinner with "I Have No Idea Chicken with Rotini Pasta," a delightful one-skillet recipe that brings comfort food to the table in just 35 minutes. Tender, bite-sized chicken pieces are sautéed to golden perfection, then paired with al dente rotini pasta and a flavorful sauce made from aromatic garlic, juicy canned tomatoes, and savory chicken broth. Enhanced with Italian seasoning and a touch of red pepper flakes for a mild kick, this dish is rounded out with fresh baby spinach and a sprinkle of melty Parmesan cheese for a satisfying finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this family-friendly recipe combines simple pantry staples to create a wholesome, vibrant meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious to eat. Keywords: chicken pasta recipe, one-skillet dinner, easy rotini dish, quick weeknight meals, comforting chicken pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups baby spinach
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then stir in the cooked pasta and chicken. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Lower the heat and add the baby spinach. Stir until the spinach is wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese on top. Stir until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper, if needed.
Serve warm and enjoy this easy but satisfying meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 336 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 5203 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.5 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 180.1 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 821 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 2950 mg | 63% | |
*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.
