Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan
Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and al dente pasta in a creamy lemon sauce. This dish not only delights the palate with its zesty flavors but also adds color to any dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive option for guests, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown (6-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and spinach; sauté until spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth along with lemon juice and zest; bring to a simmer.
- Add drained pasta and grated Parmesan; stir until well combined and creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 320g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg