Cheesy Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta Recipe
Looking for comfort food with a twist? This Cheesy Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta Recipe is creamy, hearty, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or cubed
- 3 cups cooked pasta penne or rotini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups baby spinach fresh
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
- 1/4 cup milk optional for thinning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in cooked chicken. Mix well.
- Add cream cheese and sour cream. Stir.
- Add garlic, pepper, and salt. Combine evenly.
- Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Stir until mixture becomes creamy and smooth.
- Fold in cooked pasta gently.
- Add milk if the sauce is too thick.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for extra flavor and ease.
- Cook pasta al dente to prevent sogginess.
- Add artichoke hearts for more dip flavor.
- Use fresh spinach for better texture and taste.
- Stir constantly while melting the cheeses.