Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Ricotta Chicken Pasta that’s quick to make and full of flavor. With tender chicken, rich ricotta cheese, and a touch of basil, this dish is a comforting delight for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your choice)
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta until al dente, then reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté garlic in olive oil, then add chicken. Mix in ricotta, Parmesan, milk, basil, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Combine: Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved water if needed. Add spinach and mix gently.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- Enhance with grilled or rotisserie chicken.
- Try part-skim ricotta or a dash of lemon for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
