{"id":576,"date":"2026-01-11T20:22:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-11T20:22:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=576"},"modified":"2026-01-11T20:22:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T20:22:59","slug":"creamy-garlic-chicken-penne-with-spinach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/11\/creamy-garlic-chicken-penne-with-spinach\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach"},"content":{"rendered":"

Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne with Spinach\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Rich, cozy, and irresistibly creamy\u2014this comforting pasta dish brings together golden garlic-seared chicken, tender penne, and fresh spinach, all wrapped in a silky parmesan cream sauce that coats every bite to perfection. An easy weeknight dinner that tastes like pure indulgence.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • 16 oz penne pasta<\/li>\n
  • 1\u00bd lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces<\/li>\n
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or Italian seasoning<\/li>\n
  • 2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n
  • 3 tbsp butter<\/li>\n
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n
  • \u00be cup whole milk (or chicken broth for a lighter option)<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n
  • 2 cups fresh spinach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Optional garnish:<\/strong>
    \nRed pepper flakes, fresh parsley, extra parmesan<\/p>\n

    Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
      \n
    1. Cook the pasta<\/strong>
      \nBring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.<\/li>\n
    2. Sear the chicken<\/strong>
      \nSeason chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5\u20136 minutes, until golden and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.<\/li>\n
    3. Build the garlic cream sauce<\/strong>
      \nIn the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and saut\u00e9 until fragrant, about 30\u201360 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and milk, stirring gently. Let simmer for 3\u20134 minutes until slightly thickened.<\/li>\n
    4. Make it creamy<\/strong>
      \nStir in parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth, rich, and velvety. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.<\/li>\n
    5. Bring it all together<\/strong>
      \nAdd spinach to the sauce and let it wilt. Return the chicken and cooked penne to the skillet. Toss everything together until evenly coated in the creamy sauce.<\/li>\n
    6. Serve & enjoy<\/strong>
      \nGarnish with fresh parsley, extra parmesan, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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