Best 6 Healthy Creamy Chicken And Pasta Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our creamy chicken and pasta dish, a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable recipe features tender chicken smothered in a velvety sauce, nestled amidst a bed of al dente pasta, creating a symphony of textures. Experience a burst of umami with every bite, as the richness of the sauce perfectly complements the succulent chicken. This culinary masterpiece is not only a feast for the senses but also a breeze to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Discover the magic of this creamy chicken and pasta dish and treat yourself to a homemade meal that rivals restaurant-quality fare.

In addition to the classic creamy chicken and pasta, this article offers a delightful array of variations to suit diverse preferences. Craving a touch of spice? Try our spicy chicken and pasta, where a fiery kick elevates the dish to new heights. For a lighter option, indulge in our creamy chicken and zucchini pasta, where tender zucchini ribbons add a refreshing twist. If you're seeking a vegetarian alternative, our creamy mushroom and pasta dish delivers a savory and umami-packed experience. Whichever recipe you choose, embark on a culinary journey that promises satisfaction with every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN PASTA {WITH TOMATO & SPINACH}



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Chicken pasta in a garlic tomato cream sauce is the ultimate comfort meal. Made with pasta, chicken, spinach, seasonings, lots of yummy garlic, and parmesan cheese, you can make this incredible dish in under 30 minutes!

Provided by Layla

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 ounces dry pasta ((any kind))
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
salt & pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup tomatoes (diced)
2 cups spinach (chopped, optional)
2 cups heavy cream ((or 16 oz))
1/2 cups Parmesan cheese (shredded or grated)
salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • 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!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 639 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 168 mg, Sodium 281 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

CREAMY ONE-PAN CHICKEN & BROCCOLI PASTA



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Who doesn't love a creamy chicken pasta? If you don't have broccoli, there are so many alternatives - green beans, halved brussels sprouts or leafy greens

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp olive oil, for frying
200g cooked chicken, torn into pieces
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 chicken stock cube
160g dried short pasta
100g frozen peas
200g long-stem broccoli, cut into 3-4 pieces
150g crème fraîche
1 lemon, juiced
30g parmesan, grated, plus extra to serve
small bunch fresh mint, leaves picked

Steps:

  • Drizzle a little oil into a large, high-sided frying pan set over a medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the chicken and garlic, and fry for 5 mins, stirring often so it doesn't burn. Pour in 900ml boiling water, then add the stock cube and pasta along with some seasoning. Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer for 8 mins.
  • Stir in the peas and broccoli for the last 4 mins of cooking time, and replace the lid. You might need to increase the heat slightly to get the temperature back up to a simmer. Add a splash more water if the pasta is looking dry. After 4 mins, remove the lid and reduce the heat to low, then stir in the crème fraîche. Taste for seasoning. Remove the pan from the heat and stir through the lemon juice, parmesan and mint leaves. Finish with some extra parmesan, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 957 calories, Fat 54 grams fat, SaturatedFat 28 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 63 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 2.5 milligram of sodium

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



Creamy Chicken and Pasta image

Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CASHEW-CHICKEN ROTINI SALAD



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I've tried many chicken salad recipes over the years, but this is my very favorite. It's fresh, fruity and refreshing, and the cashews add wonderful crunch. Every time I serve it at a potluck or picnic, I get rave reviews-and ( always come home with an empty bowl! -Kara Cook, Elk Ridge, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) spiral or rotini pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1-1/2 cups sliced celery
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 cup seedless red grapes
1 cup seedless green grapes
1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries
1 cup ranch salad dressing
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cups salted cashews

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, pineapple, celery, onions, grapes and cranberries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into chicken mixture., In a small bowl, whisk the ranch dressing and mayonnaise. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 calories, Fat 37g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

EASY CHICKEN PASTA ALFREDO



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A friend of mine got this recipe while traveling in Italy. Chicken, mushrooms, and tortellini in rich cream sauce. Delicious! Serve sprinkled with parsley and cheese.

Provided by Lisa Cascioli Hauser

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
3 tablespoons butter
½ pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
2 cups heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tortellini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken breast in hot oil until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Melt butter in another skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms and garlic powder until mushrooms begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir heavy cream into mushrooms and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese, parsley, and salt. Continue to cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
  • Stir tortellini and chicken into mushroom-cream sauce. Simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.5 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 201.1 mg, Fat 46.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 26.8 g, Sodium 843 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA



Creamy chicken pasta image

Try our crowd-pleasing creamy chicken pasta for your next family meal. It's packed with flavour and is easy for anyone to make, including children

Provided by Monaz Dumasia

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

300g dried penne
2 tsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
75g baby spinach leaves
250g soft cheese
25g parmesan
4 cooked chicken breasts (about 450g), shredded with a fork
100g frozen peas
small bunch of parsley or basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve 100ml of the water and drain the pasta in a colander.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan on a medium heat and fry the garlic and spinach for 3 mins until wilted. Add the soft cheese and heat until melted. Stir in most of the parmesan, then add the shredded chicken, peas and some of the pasta water. Bring to the boil and bubble for 2-3 mins until the chicken and peas are completely heated through.
  • Add the pasta and stir until combined. Add more pasta water to loosen the sauce, if needed. Remove from heat, sprinkle over the remaining parmesan and parsley or basil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 51 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and chicken will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, make sure to give it enough space in the pan so that it can brown evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to make sure that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a good quality pasta: A good quality pasta will hold its shape better and absorb the sauce more evenly.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it.
  • Make the sauce creamy: Use a combination of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to make the sauce creamy and flavorful.
  • Add your favorite vegetables: Add your favorite vegetables to the dish, such as broccoli, carrots, or peas.
  • Serve immediately: Serve the dish immediately while it is still hot.

Conclusion:

This healthy creamy chicken and pasta dish is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The creamy sauce is made with a combination of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and the chicken is cooked until it is tender and juicy. The dish is served over a bed of cooked pasta, and it can be garnished with fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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