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Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta

A quick and flavorful one-pan dish combining chicken, spinach, and cherry tomatoes, all tossed with pasta in a light, garlicky sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 ounces 8 ounces pasta Any type of pasta can be used.
Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound 1 pound chicken breast, diced Ensure it is cooked through.
  • 2 cups 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped Can substitute with kale or broccoli.
  • 2 cups 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved Adds vibrant flavor.
  • 3 cloves 3 cloves garlic, minced Be careful not to burn it.
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the chicken.
  • to taste Salt and pepper, to taste Season according to preference.
  • Parmesan cheese, for serving Optional, can substitute with nutritional yeast.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet and mix everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

Great dish to pair with a crisp side salad or garlic bread. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for about a month.