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Creamy One Pot Chicken Pasta

Cultural Context

Creamy One Pot Chicken Pasta combines the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with the convenience of a one-pot meal. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, allowing families to enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle of multiple pots and pans. The creamy sauce, enriched with parmesan and chicken, creates a satisfying dish that has become popular in many American households, often adapted with various vegetables and spices to suit personal tastes.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
12 oz pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese
4 cups spinach
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup parsley

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add diced chicken breast and season with salt and black pepper.

3

Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

4

Remove chicken from pot and set aside.

5

In the same pot, add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

6

Add pasta, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pot; stir to combine.

7

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.

8

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

9

Return the cooked chicken to the pot.

10

Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

11

Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.

12

Season with red pepper flakes and additional salt to taste.

13

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonmeasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

One Pot Chicken PastaCreamy Chicken Pasta

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