One-Pot Creamy Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta

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If

 

spinach artichoke is one of your favorite dips, then this easy one-pot pasta is for you. It’s so simple to throw together and perfectly cheesy. We love when pasta can cook right in the pot with everything else, making dinner hassle-free. This dish is so comforting with very little effort.

Ingredients

  • 4skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 2 lb.)
  • 1 tsp.Italian seasoning
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1medium shallot, chopped
  • 3cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 c.low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lb.penne
  • 1(14-oz.) can artichoke hearts, chopped
  • 1 1/2 c.heavy cream
  • 1 tsp.dried oregano
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1 c.shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 c.finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
  • 5 oz.baby spinach

 

Directions

    1. Step 1

      Season chicken all over with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. In a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Cook chicken until golden, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.

    2. Step 2Reduce heat to medium and cook shallots, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add broth, pasta, artichokes, and cream; season with oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Return chicken to skillet. Bring to a boil, cover, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and chicken is cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board.
    3. Step 3Add mozzarella and Parmesan to skillet and stir until melted, then add spinach and stir until wilted.
    4. Step 4Slice chicken and return to skillet. Toss to combine, then top with more Parmesan.
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