One Dish Chicken and Bows
Savor the comfort of a hearty, one-pan masterpiece with One Dish Chicken and Bows! This creamy, flavor-packed recipe brings together tender diced chicken, perfectly al dente bowtie pasta, and a luscious Parmesan-infused sauce—all cooked in just one skillet for minimal cleanup. Fresh spinach adds a burst of color and nutrition, while fragrant garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes provide irresistible depth and warmth. Perfect for busy weeknights, this 40-minute meal is easy to make yet tastes like a gourmet indulgence. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s an elegant and satisfying dinner the whole family will love. Keywords: one-pan chicken pasta recipe, creamy bowtie pasta, easy chicken dinner, one-pot meals, quick weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 pound Chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups Spinach, fresh and chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Heat a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, then add the diced chicken breast. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
2. In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Add the chicken broth to the pan and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the bowtie pasta and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente. (Add a splash of water or broth if too much liquid evaporates before the pasta is fully cooked.)
4. Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Add the cooked chicken back into the pan along with the chopped spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts and everything is heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy and delicious One Dish Chicken and Bows!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
755 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.9 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 176 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1144 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 53.9 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 786 mg | 17% | |
*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.
