Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta
If you’re searching for a quick and satisfying dinner option, look no further than this Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta. This delightful dish pairs tender chicken with fresh vegetables and a luscious ricotta sauce that envelops each bite of pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With wholesome ingredients like spinach and cherry tomatoes, you can create a meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1/4 cup of cooking water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic towards the end.
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet; cook until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften, about 2-3 minutes.
- Lower heat and mix in ricotta cheese, then gradually stir in reserved pasta water. Add Parmesan cheese and optional red pepper flakes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet until well coated. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg