Description
Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that transforms any mealtime into a memorable experience. With tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and luscious ricotta sauce enveloping perfectly cooked pasta, this recipe promises comfort and satisfaction in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s easy to make yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Let the warm aroma fill your kitchen as you savor this creamy masterpiece that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach; stir until wilted.
- Lower heat and mix in ricotta cheese until smooth; add pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Combine cooked pasta with the ricotta mixture, stirring gently until coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg