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Chicken Spinach Alfredo Pasta: The Ultimate Creamy Restaurant-Style Guide

Master the art of Chicken Spinach Alfredo Pasta with succulent seared chicken, al dente penne, and a glossy white cream sauce. This restaurant-quality dish features vibrant wilted spinach and a rich parmesan finish for the ultimate comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American-Italian
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz Penne Rigate Pasta 340g
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts 450g, boneless skinless
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil 15ml
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream 480ml
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter 56g
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese 90g, finely grated
  • 3 cups Baby Spinach 90g, fresh
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Stainless Steel Skillet For searing chicken and making sauce
  • 1 Microplane or Grater For finely grated parmesan
  • 1 Tongs For tossing pasta

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Cook penne in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Sear the Chicken
  1. Season chicken and sear in a hot skillet with oil for 5-6 mins per side until golden-brown grill marks appear. Slice into thick strips.
Create the Sauce
  1. Melt butter in the skillet, add cream and simmer. Whisk in parmesan until a glossy white sauce forms.
Assemble
  1. Toss pasta and spinach into the sauce. Top with chicken slices, more parmesan, and parsley flakes.

Nutrition

Calories: 680kcalProtein: 32gFat: 42gFiber: 3g

Notes

Tip 1: Always grate your own parmesan to ensure the sauce stays smooth and glossy.
Tip 2: Use a splash of reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if it becomes too thick.
Keyword Alfredo Sauce Recipe,Chicken Spinach Alfredo Pasta,creamy chicken pasta

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