One-Pot Creamy Protein & Spinach Pasta

Cuisine: American cuisine

Courses: Dinner/Supper

Description

Craving a restaurant-quality meal without the hassle of multiple dishes? This one-pot creamy protein and spinach pasta is the perfect solution. Tender protein, fresh spinach, and a rich garlic Parmesan sauce come together in just **30 minutes**, giving you big flavor with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

2 protein fillets (chicken, turkey, or shrimp, fresh or thawed)
8 ounces pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
2 cups fresh spinach
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

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1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Season protein with salt and pepper. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side (adjust for thickness) until cooked through and lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
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2. In the same pot, cook minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in broth, scraping the bottom to lift flavorful bits.
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3. Add pasta, cream, and a pinch of salt. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens (about 12 minutes).
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4. Stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese. Cook 1–2 minutes until spinach wilts and cheese melts into the sauce.
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5. Slice or flake the protein and fold back into the pasta. Add lemon juice and zest, adjusting seasoning if needed.

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