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Homemade Chicken Tomato Spinach Pasta

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A fresh and comforting Homemade Chicken Tomato Spinach Pasta made with tender chicken, juicy cherry tomatoes, vibrant spinach, and parmesan tossed with perfectly cooked pasta.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or spaghetti)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted water. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Sauté until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  5. Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook until softened and releasing their juices.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and combine well.
  7. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  8. Toss in cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
  9. Stir in grated parmesan cheese, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add a splash of heavy cream for a creamier version.
  • Include mushrooms or zucchini for extra vegetables.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Use whole wheat or chickpea pasta for added fiber and protein.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.

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