Creamy Chicken, Turkey & Spinach Pasta in Cheesy Garlic Sauce
Creamy Chicken, Turkey & Spinach Pasta in Cheesy Garlic Sauce is a comforting one-pot dish that combines tender chicken and fresh spinach enveloped in a luscious, cheesy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor that will leave everyone asking for more. With its creamy texture and rich taste, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that can be customized with ingredients you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 6 strips turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add diced chicken; season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until browned (8-10 minutes).
- Add chopped onion to the pot; sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in water or broth to create a sauce base; return turkey bacon to the pot and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted; adjust seasoning if necessary before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg