- 10 ounces dry pasta (any kind)
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon paprika
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salt & pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
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4 cloves garlic minced
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1 cup tomatoes diced
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2 cups spinach chopped, optional
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2 cups heavy cream (or 16 oz)
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1/2 - 3/4 cups Parmesan cheese shredded or grated
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salt & pepper to taste
| Prep Pasta: Boil water in a large pot and cook pasta al dente according to package instructions.
Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large heavy duty pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken breasts 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
To the same pan, add the butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the tomato and spinach and cook 2-3 minutes or until the tomato and spinach are soft and wilted.
Reduce the heat and add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Whisk until fully incorporated and creamy. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Drain pasta and slice chicken into thin slices or cubes and return to the same pan. Stir to combine and serve!
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