Try this Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta Recipe. You will love how quick and easy this one pot meal is!
This Chicken Spinach Artichoke Pasta Recipe is our new favorite. It is the perfect one pot dish made on the stovetop for busy weeknight dinners. It is loaded with flavor and made easily with simple ingredients.
If you loved our Easy Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Recipe or Easy Instant pot Chicken Alfredo Recipe then you are going to love this Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta.
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Why This Recipe Works
This pasta dish is hearty, delicious and easy to make. The creamy sauce is loaded with flavor and this one pot dish is always a family favorite.
This dish is perfect for an easy weeknight meal or I have even made it for a date night in. You will love the way it taste and even better served with Olive Garden Breadsticks Recipe.
Ingredients
- Penne Pasta – You can easily use other types of pasta of your choice
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts – Cut into bite-sized pieces
- Garlic, minced – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
- Artichoke Hearts – Drained and Chopped
- Spinach – We used Fresh Spinach
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How to Make Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta
Step 1 – Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside
Step 2 – In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3 – Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in artichoke hearts and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts.
Step 4 – Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 5 – Add Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and stir until melted.
- Step 6 – Toss in cooked pasta and stir to coat with the sauce.
Expert Tips
- Cook Pasta – Cook the pasta according to the package or al dente. Make sure to not overcook the pasta. You can also make this recipe with leftover pasta.
- Chicken – Cut the chicken into about the same bite size pieces so they cook evenly and about the same time. You can also make this recipe if you have leftover cooked chicken.
- Skillet – You can make this one pot dish in any type of skillet. We have also used a cast iron skillet for delicious results.
Serving Suggestions
This spinach artichoke chicken pasta is delicious served with a Easy Caesar Salad Recipe with a side of Air Fryer Garlic Bread Recipe to get every last drop of the sauce.
This pasta is even delicious served with a side of Steam Broccoli in Microwave or Steamed Asparagus Recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use frozen spinach to make this recipe. Thaw the spinach first and squeeze out as much moisture that you can.
Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will last about 5-6 days. We think the leftovers taste even better the next day.
Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop depending on how much you have remaining.
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Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Penne Pasta
- 2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 can Artichoke Hearts (14 ounces, drained and chopped)
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in artichoke hearts and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and stir until melted.
- Toss in cooked pasta and stir to coat with the sauce.
- Serve warm and enjoy!