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Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta

This comforting pasta dish is loaded with juicy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant spinach in a rich sauce.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Italian· July 20, 2026
Creamy Chicken Penne Pasta
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

There is something so satisfying about a big bowl of creamy pasta at the end of a long day. This recipe hits all the right notes with tender chicken and sun dried tomatoes that add a nice little punch of flavor to every single bite.

I love how quickly this comes together for a weeknight dinner. My biggest tip is to make sure your pan is nice and hot when you brown the chicken because it helps get a beautiful golden crust that adds so much depth to the final dish.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound chicken breast, sliced into bite sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne according to the package instructions until al dente.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until they are browned and cooked through, then remove them from the pan and set aside.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, add the mushrooms and cook until they are soft and golden brown.

  5. 5

    Stir in the garlic and sun dried tomatoes, cooking for about one minute until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and let it simmer gently for a few minutes to thicken slightly.

  7. 7

    Stir in the parmesan cheese and add the cooked chicken and pasta back into the pan.

  8. 8

    Fold in the fresh spinach and cook just until the leaves have wilted.

  9. 9

    Season everything with salt and pepper before serving warm.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If the sauce thickens too much while reheating, just add a tiny splash of water or milk to bring back that creamy texture.

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