Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta: An Easy Weeknight Delight
Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta is a quick and delicious weeknight meal that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add fresh spinach and cooked pasta, tossing until spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 54 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta