Best 7 Spinach Feta Chicken Penne Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of the Mediterranean with ourSpinach Feta Chicken Penne, a symphony of savory and succulent ingredients. This dish features tender chicken, sautéed spinach, crumbled feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy tomato sauce, all harmoniously combined with penne pasta. Each bite is a journey through the vibrant flavors of the region, offering a delightful balance of tangy, creamy, and aromatic sensations. Explore our collection of recipes to discover variations of this classic dish, including a one-pot version for convenience, a creamy pesto version for added richness, and a vegetarian alternative for a hearty and flavorful meatless meal. Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to be captivated by the irresistible charm of Spinach Feta Chicken Penne.

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

SPINACH & FETA SAUTE



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With just the right level of garlic and a pleasant mix of cheese and almonds, this quick side will brighten any plate. You could also try it stuffed in a filet. -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add spinach and almonds; saute 2 minutes longer or just until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

SPINACH AND GRILLED CHICKEN PENNE



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Spinach and Grilled Chicken Penne Pasta.

Provided by Regina

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 42m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon salt, or more to taste
1 tablespoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (14.6 ounce) package penne pasta
5 cups fresh spinach, or more to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Spread butter, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon pepper, and garlic powder over chicken breasts on a plate or cutting board.
  • Grill the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Pour penne into a colander to drain.
  • Place the penne, chicken breasts, spinach, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes in the pot. Cook and stir over low heat until the spinach is wilted but still green, about 7 minutes. Season with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix pasta into spinach-chicken mixture; toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.2 calories, Carbohydrate 80.4 g, Cholesterol 89.8 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 46.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 2163.4 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

BAKED SPINACH & FETA PASTA



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Feta softens in the oven before it's combined with spinach and pasta, with the pasta cooking right in the baking dish. Enjoy this one-pan dish on its own as a vegetarian main or serve with sautéed chicken breast for a boost of protein.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Healthy Pasta and Noodle Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (5-ounce) block feta cheese
8 cups lightly packed baby spinach (about 5 ounces)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried dill
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
8 ounces penne or rotini
2 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place feta in the center of a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake until softened and starting to brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine spinach, oil, garlic, dill, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Use your hands to massage the spinach until it's reduced in volume by half. Stir in pasta.
  • After the feta has baked for 15 minutes, add the spinach and pasta mixture to the baking dish. Pour boiling water over the mixture and gently stir. Cover with foil and bake until the pasta is tender, about 18 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir. Cover and let stand for at least 3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 3 g

SPINACH AND FETA CHICKEN



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This Spinach and Feta Chicken is not only super creamy and delicious but also easy to put together since there are only a handful of ingredients and a few steps in this recipe from start to finish.

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs boneless (skinless chicken breast)
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
8 oz frozen chopped spinach
1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1/4 cup milk
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Garnish (optional)
Grape tomatoes (halved)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
  • Thaw the spinach and wring as much of the water from it as possible.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese with the garlic powder, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper and mix until combined. Stir in the milk and then the feta cheese and spinach, mixing until combined.
  • Place the chicken breasts flat in a single layer in the bottom of a large casserole dish. Spread the chicken with the spinach mixture and then sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  • Bake for approx 40-50 minutes on the middle rack of the oven until the chicken is cooked through (165˚F internal temp)
  • Garnish with grape tomatoes and serve hot! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6 oz (4 oz chicken 2 oz topping), Calories 334 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 122 mg, Sodium 436 mg, Sugar 3 g

PENNE WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Make and share this Penne With Spinach and Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach, thawed, well-drained
4 large plum tomatoes, seeded, finely chopped
1 lb penne pasta, cooked al dente
12 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Melt butter with 2 tblsps oil in large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add pine nuts and garlic and saute until pine nuts are light brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add spinach and tomatoes and saute until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Place penne in large serving bowl.
  • Add remaining 4 tblsps olive oil to pasta and toss to coat.
  • Pour spinach-nut mixture over and toss to coat.
  • Add feta.
  • Season with salt and pepper (careful with the salt!) and toss thoroughly.
  • Serve immediately.

SPINACH AND FETA STUFFED CHICKEN



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This dish is brimming with lots of spinach, onion and feta. Serve it up with steamed rice for a complete meal. Or try it over a bed of mixed greens. Found this through WW, only 5 pts per serving.

Provided by Amber Dawn

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
10 ounces spinach, fresh
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 teaspoon table salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet heat 1 teaspoon oil; sauté onion until golden, 5 minutes.
  • Wilt spinach (steam spinach or heat damp spinach over medium heat in nonstick pan); stir in zest, feta, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Set aside.
  • Divide spinach mixture between chicken breasts.
  • Roll up and secure with toothpicks.
  • Sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.3, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 81, Sodium 875, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 27.8

PENNE WITH SPINACH AND CHICKEN



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Categories     Cheese     Chicken     Pasta     Appetizer     Sauté     Spinach     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
2 large skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 10-ounce packages ready-to-use spinach leaves
12 ounces penne pasta, freshly cooked, 1/2 cup cooking liquid reserved
1 2/3 cups grated Parmesan cheese (about 5 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, lemon peel and rosemary. Sauté until onion softens, about 7 minutes. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to pot and sauté until just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add half of spinach and toss until beginning to wilt, about 2 minutes. Add remaining spinach and toss until all spinach is wilted but still bright green, about 3 minutes longer. Mix in pasta, then 2/3 cup cheese. Moisten with reserved pasta cooking liquid by tablespoonfuls if mixture is dry. Season with salt and pepper. Serve, passing remaining 1 cup cheese separately.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh spinach and feta cheese.
  • If you don't have penne pasta, you can use another short pasta shape, such as rotini or fusilli.
  • To make the dish more flavorful, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a teaspoon of dried oregano to the sauce.
  • If you want a creamier sauce, you can add a tablespoon of heavy cream or sour cream to the sauce.
  • To make the dish more kid-friendly, you can omit the spinach and feta cheese. You can also use a mild salsa instead of the diced tomatoes.

Conclusion:

Spinach feta chicken penne is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great dish to serve at a party or potluck. The combination of spinach, feta cheese, chicken, and tomatoes is sure to please everyone at your table.

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