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Hearty 15-Minute Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta Bake Joy

Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta Bake
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Enjoy this warm and hearty Spinach Artichoke Chicken Pasta Bake, a comforting one-pan meal inspired by the balance of tradition and freshness from Spoon & Sprout.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the dry spinach and chopped artichoke hearts. Cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Add the cream cheese cubes, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Return the cooked chicken and the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.
  9. Top the pasta bake evenly with the mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan.
  10. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden brown.

Notes

  • This recipe honors the deep, comforting flavors (Spoon) while keeping the preparation straightforward for your busy life (Sprout).
  • Squeezing the spinach very dry prevents the final dish from becoming watery.
  • You can substitute rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal.

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