Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach Recipe

A quick and easy 20-minute recipe for creamy chicken and spinach mini fusilli! Using leftover cooked chicken makes this even faster. This decadent dish is bursting with flavor and perfect for a weeknight meal. Get ready for a creamy, cheesy delight!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 473.9 kcal

Protein 45g

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Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach

Fusilli
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1.5 cups cooked, diced chicken
Baby Spinach
Heavy Whipping Cream
Parmesan Cheese
Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach

Sauté 1/2 cup chopped onion in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat for 3 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high and add 1.5 cups cooked, diced chicken.
Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder.
When chicken is heated through (about 2 minutes), stir in 5 ounces fresh spinach and 1/2 cup heavy cream.
Simmer for 5 minutes, or until spinach wilts and sauce slightly thickens.
Meanwhile, cook 8 ounces Barilla Piccolini mini fusilli according to package directions.
Drain pasta and add it to the creamy chicken and spinach sauce.
Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

Fat

50g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach?

Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach?

Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach has approximately 473.9 calories per serving, with about 45 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach?

The key ingredients for Mini Fusilli With Creamy Chicken And Spinach are Fusilli, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Onion, Chicken Breast, Baby Spinach, Heavy Whipping Cream. See the full list with measurements above.