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Baked Penne Pastawith Creamy Spinach Sauce and Chicken

Recipe by Keidra Johnson on InstagramAdded 3 November 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 30 to cook. A comforting baked penne pasta dish layered with a rich, creamy spinach sauce and tender chicken. The sauce blends cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and mozzarella for a velvety texture, while a sprinkle of parmesan adds a savory finish. Perfect for a hearty family dinner that comes together with simple steps.

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Method

  1. Sear chicken pieces in a hot pan with oil for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.

  2. Sauté minced garlic in melted butter until fragrant.

  3. Add fresh spinach to the pan and sauté until wilted.

  4. Stir in cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, heavy cream, and shredded mozzarella until a smooth, thick sauce forms.

  5. Add shredded parmesan cheese and continue stirring until fully incorporated and the sauce thickens.

  6. Pour the creamy spinach sauce over the penne pasta in a foil container and mix well.

  7. Add sliced cooked chicken on top of the pasta and sauce mixture.

  8. Bake the assembled dish covered at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Tips while you cook

Sear chicken first
Brown the chicken pieces in a hot pan before adding any sauce ingredients.
Stir sauce until thick
Continue stirring the sauce after adding parmesan until it fully thickens before mixing with pasta.
Cover while baking
Bake the assembled dish covered.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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