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Chicken Artichoke Pasta

Chicken Artichoke Pasta
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Chicken Artichoke Pasta is a quick and flavorful dinner combining tender chicken, tangy artichokes, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or comforting weekend meals, balancing rich, satisfying flavors with simple ingredients and one-pot ease.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

Vegetables & Herbs

  • 1 can/jar (about 14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Pasta

  • 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta

Dairy & Fats

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Others

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pasta: Cook your choice of pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta water for the sauce if needed.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the sliced chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Artichokes: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook until fragrant but not browned, about 30 seconds. Add the drained, quartered artichoke hearts and warm them through while letting them absorb the garlic flavor.
  4. Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in fresh baby spinach, allowing it to wilt. Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, mixing well until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine and Serve: Return cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss everything together carefully, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce and coat the pasta evenly. Serve immediately, garnished as desired.

Notes

  • Season the Chicken Well: Properly seasoning ensures flavorful bites throughout the dish.
  • Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Aim for al dente so it holds up well when tossed with the sauce.
  • Reserve Pasta Water: Use it to help the sauce cling better to the pasta.
  • Use Fresh Parmesan: Freshly grated cheese melts smoothly and enhances flavor more than pre-grated options.
  • Wilt Greens Last: Adding spinach or herbs at the end keeps color vibrant and texture fresh.

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