One-Serving Chicken and Spinach Pasta

Enjoy a delicious and nutritious one-serving meal of chicken and spinach pasta. This easy-to-make dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Cooking Equipment:

Pot, Large Skillet/Frying Pan, Wooden Spoon/Spatula

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

Total Time:

25 minutes

Cuisine:

Italian

Keywords:

Chicken, Spinach, Pasta, One Serving, Quick Meal

Meal:

Main Course

Cooking Method:

Boiling & Sautéing

Dietary Restrictions:

Gluten Free (if using gluten free pasta)

Servings:

Ingredients:

50g cooked chicken breast, diced

30g fresh spinach leaves, chopped

30g dry pasta of your choice

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions:

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain the cooked pasta and set aside.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add the diced chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Add the chopped spinach leaves to the skillet and stir to combine with the chicken mixture. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes more.

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine with the chicken mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes or until heated through.

Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs like parsley or basil if desired!

Nutrition:

Calories – 400 kcal; Protein – 25g; Fat – 10g; Carbohydrates – 45g; Fiber – 5g; Sodium – 200mg

Enjoy this easy one-serving meal of chicken and spinach pasta! This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner that can be ready in under 30 minutes!

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Did You Know?

Italian cuisine is influenced by the country’s geography, history, and culture, as well as by regional differences.