Description
Chicken Florentine Pasta is a creamy, decadent dish that combines tender chicken with vibrant spinach and perfectly cooked pasta, enveloped in a rich sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for family dinners or romantic nights, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Easy to prepare and stunning in presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and slice into bite-sized pieces.
- In a pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet used for chicken, reduce heat slightly, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and allow it to wilt. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine sliced chicken and drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet. Toss gently to coat.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 170mg