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Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta

September 2, 2016 | Chicken

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This blog post was sponsored by Horizon Organic but the opinions are all my own. Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

I love being lazy in the summer and going with the flow but I am just so much more productive with a schedule. Plus, we’re all happier even though we’re a bit busier. I know many of you have kids that are in school, various activities, plus you’re working all day so getting a healthy dinner on the table is impossible difficult. I only have two kids with one in preschool and I still feel the struggle!

I’ve got a couple simple and easy recipes (including this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta) to help you feed your family a nutritious meal each night without stress or spending hours in the kitchen.Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

First easy recipe– Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta. This meal comes together in just 30 minutes. Its full of lean meat, tons of spinach, tomatoes, which is all robbed in a cheesy garlic cream sauce.

Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

After cooking the chicken, you use the same skillet (no need to clean it!) to make the sauce. Melt some Horizon Organic Salted Butter, saute some garlic, add the can of tomatoes, Horizon Organic’s Reduced Fat Milk and Mozzarella Cheese. This flavorful cream sauce will get even the pickiest of eaters to eat spinach!

Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

Once the cream sauce comes to a boil you just toss in the spinach, cooked chicken, and pasta. Give it a toss so that the yummy sauce coats everything and the spinach wilts.Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

To finish it all off, you must top it with Parmesan. Freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano is my favorite. I always have a wedge of it on hand in the fridge.
Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

Voila! A tasty meal that’s delicious and will keep the tummies in your home full.Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

Don’t forfeit your health or wallet on fast food, add this recipe to your weekly menu and scroll past the recipe for additional quick and easy weeknight meal ideas!

Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta

Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.
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4.5 from 2 votes

Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings: 6
Author: Garnish and Glaze

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into thin bit size pieces
  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 14 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup Horizon Organic half & half
  • 1 cup Horizon Organic Mozzarella Cheese Shreds
  • 1/2 cup Horizon Organic Reduced Fat Milk
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach, packed (about 4 ounces)
  • Fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Heat water in a large pot with 2 teaspoons salt. Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until cooked all the way through. Remove the chicken from the the pan and into a bowl.
  • Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente and drain.
  • Meanwhile, in the large skillet, melt remaining tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Add in the half & half, milk, and slowly sprinkle in the cheese a little at a time while stirring. Stir and cook until cheese is melted and milk begins to boil. Add the spinach, chicken, and pasta and toss. Serve immediately topped with fresh grated Parmesan.
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For more ideas and recipes for those busy nights, follow Horizon Organic on FaceBook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Instagram.

Conquer the hectic back-to-school schedule with easy weeknight meal recipes like this Creamy Tomato Chicken Florentine Pasta.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Horizon Organic. The opinions and text are all mine.

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Comments

  1. Lys says

    January 2, 2021 at 5:59 pm

    Any idea on how many calories this would be? I may have overlooked it, if it was mentioned, but I read and reread this without any luck. Looks yummy, though! 🙂

    Reply
  2. Jamie says

    December 15, 2017 at 6:06 pm

    I’ve made this recipe twice. Both times it came out super tasty but the sauce curltled and separated as soon as I added the milk. Any tips?

    Reply
    • Melanie says

      December 17, 2017 at 1:15 pm

      I’ve never had mine curdle. Maybe your pan is too hot? Some burners are hotter than others even when both set to the same temperature. And make sure you are constantly stirring.

      Reply
  3. Karen says

    January 2, 2017 at 7:32 am

    what size can of tomatoes? 14oz or 28oz?

    Reply
    • Melanie says

      January 2, 2017 at 4:29 pm

      Sorry! 14 ounce. Just updated it.

      Reply
  4. Sadiyya says

    September 6, 2016 at 1:37 am

    It looks beautiful n delicious. A must try

    Reply
    • Melanie says

      September 7, 2016 at 8:13 am

      Thank you Sadiyya! You’ll love it!

      Reply
  5. Medha says

    September 3, 2016 at 10:15 am

    This pasta looks fabulous! So creamy and I love the spinach in there 🙂

    Reply
    • Melanie says

      September 3, 2016 at 2:59 pm

      Thank you Medha! The cream sauce makes the dish! I love adding spinach to pasta. It’s a great way to use it up and sneak more veggies into our diet.

      Reply

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