Spinach Chicken and Feta Noodles
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Spinach Chicken and Feta Noodles recipe! Featuring tender, golden-browned chicken breasts, velvety fettuccine, and a creamy garlic-infused sauce, this dish is the ultimate comfort meal with a Mediterranean twist. Fresh baby spinach adds a vibrant, healthy touch, while tangy feta cheese and a splash of lemon juice lend a bright, zesty flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Top it all off with a sprinkle of parsley for a fresh, herbaceous finish, and watch this easy one-skillet meal become a family favorite. Keywords: spinach chicken pasta, feta noodles, creamy chicken recipes, Mediterranean-inspired pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces dry fettuccine or spaghetti noodles
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine or spaghetti noodles according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In the same skillet used for the chicken, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in the crumbled feta cheese and allow it to melt slightly, creating a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in some of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Add the drained noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the sauce.
Top the pasta with the sliced chicken, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3194 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.2 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.5 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 616 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 5583 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.4 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 192.1 g | 384% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1388 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2699 mg | 57% | |
*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.
