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Creamy, Spicy Chicken Pasta with Summer Vegetables

A deliciously creamy and spicy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and fresh summer vegetables, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 12 oz penne pasta or any pasta of choice
  • 1 lb chicken breast diced
Vegetables
  • 1 cup zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup spinach fresh
Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning optional
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Chicken
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Cook the Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Then add the zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Make the Sauce
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and add the red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine Everything
  1. Add the cooked chicken, spinach, and drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
Serve
  1. Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand. This dish is best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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