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How to Make Instant Pot® Chicken Florentine Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Instant Pot® Chicken Florentine Pasta is a delicious and comforting one-pot meal that is perfect for any night of the week. This creamy and flavorful dish is made with tender chicken, spinach, and pasta, all cooked in a rich and creamy sauce. The best part? It can be ready in no time thanks to the magic of the Instant Pot®!

This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need a quick and easy meal that the whole family will love. With just a few simple ingredients and the he...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds cubed boneless chicken breast
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) package whole grain penne pasta
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
  • 2 cups water, or as needed
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • 2 ½ tablespoons basil pesto
  • 6 ounces grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place chicken in a bowl and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Stir until coated.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), add olive oil, and select Saute function. Add seasoned chicken to the hot oil and saute, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes. Add onion and continue to saute until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes longer. Stir to scrape up any bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Pour dry pasta on top of chicken and add water just until pasta is barely covered. Place spinach on top of pasta and cancel Saute function.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid, and stir to combine ingredients.
  • Switch to Saute function. Add whipping cream and then add basil pesto; stir to combine. Stir in Parmesan cheese and close the lid. Cook, covered, until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Remove lid, stir to combine, and serve.

    • Nutrition

    559 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 150mg
    • Sodium: 588mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 356mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 447mg

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