Description
White Cheddar Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and rich white cheddar cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe promises to delight with every bite. The best part? It’s quick to prepare and adaptable to whatever ingredients you have on hand. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this cheesy goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz penne or farfalle pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and wash spinach.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente; drain.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and add shredded white cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta and spinach into the sauce, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg