Creamy Chicken and Spinach Penne

Creamy Chicken and Spinach Penne photo
prep time:
10 minutes
cook time:
20 minutes
total time:
30 minutes
Makes 6 servings
BrandieBrandie Bodell

ingredients

  • 4 (6 ounce) Chicken breasts cut into 1 inch strips
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Chicken broth
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen Spinach, thawed and drained
  • 12 oz (1 1/2 packages) cold Cream Cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
  • 1 tsp minced Garlic
  • 1 1/2 tsp Basil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper

directions

  • 1

    Bring large pot of water to a boil, and stir in penne pasta.

  • 2

    Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken cubes and garlic in broth; simmering until done, about 10 minutes. Stir in cubed cream cheese, spinach, basil, salt and pepper. Return to simmer, and cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cherry tomatoes, and cook about 3 minutes more.

  • 3

    Mix in cooked, drained pasta to the sauce. Let stand a few minutes before serving.

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