Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Ricotta Chicken Pasta recipe that’s both satisfying and flavorful. With tender chicken, rich ricotta, and aromatic herbs, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni)
Chicken Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups cooked shredded or diced chicken breast
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup pasta water (reserved)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: Sauté garlic in olive oil, add chicken, then mix in ricotta, Parmesan, herbs, salt, and pepper. Slowly incorporate pasta water to form a sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce. Add spinach, cook briefly. Finish with lemon juice and parsley.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- Enhance creaminess with heavy cream or extra Parmesan.
- Rotisserie chicken makes a convenient substitute.
- Customize with preferred herbs or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
