Description
Dinner Ideas For Big Families Need simple, hearty dinners that please a crowd? Try these easy recipes for 3+ people perfect for busy weeknights! From creamy mac & cheese (with epic toppings!) to smoked sausage bakes, cheesy ranch potatoes, and one-pan chicken & rice casseroles, these meals are fast, budget-friendly, and packed with flavor. Great for family dinners, summer cookouts, or meal prep no fuss, just delicious comfort food!
Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti or linguine
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
2 chicken breasts, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups fresh spinach
½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the diced chicken with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Sauté garlic and tomatoes: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Toss in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add spinach and broth: Stir in the fresh spinach and chicken broth. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
Combine pasta and chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Finish with cheese: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful, quick dinner!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~400 kcal per serving
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