Description
Creamy Ricotta Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that perfectly combines savory chicken, rich ricotta cheese, and vibrant greens. This indulgent pasta recipe is quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. The creamy sauce envelops each piece of pasta, creating a comforting meal that will leave you and your guests wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 12 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and measuring out everything needed.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté seasoned chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté with the spinach (or kale) for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and stir in ricotta cheese with a splash of pasta water until melted and creamy.
- Add sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the skillet; toss gently to combine with the sauce.
- Finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, mixing well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg