How to Make Spinach and Grilled Chicken Penne - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and healthy meal that's quick and easy to make, look no further than our Spinach and Grilled Chicken Penne recipe. This dish is a perfect combination of protein-packed grilled chicken, nutrient-rich spinach, and hearty penne pasta, all coated in a flavorful and creamy sauce.

Whether you're cooking for yourself, your family, or a group of friends, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The hearty pasta and savory chicken make it a filling and satis...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 27 mins
  • Total Time: 42 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    630 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 90mg
    • Sodium: 2163mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 80g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 47g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 305mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 710mg