Creamy Spinach Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• Boiled pasta
• Chicken breast (cut into long strips/julienned)
• 100 grams butter
• Mozzarella cheese
• Fresh cream
• Fresh spinach (palak)
• Milk
• Onion (chopped)
• Garlic (chopped)
• Tomato (cubed)
• Olive oil

Spices & Herbs

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (maida)
• Chilli flakes
• Black pepper
• Oregano
• Thyme
• Green chilli
• Nutmeg powder (jaiphal)
• Sugar (a pinch)
• Salt (to taste)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken

• Heat Butter: Melt half of the butter in a pan over medium heat.
• Cook Chicken: Add the chicken strips and sauté until lightly golden.
• Season: Add oregano and chilli flakes, mix well, and keep aside.

Step 2: Make the White Sauce

• Prepare Roux: Melt the remaining butter and add all-purpose flour.
• Add Milk: Gradually pour in milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
• Season Sauce: Add sugar, nutmeg powder, and salt. Cook until thick and creamy, then transfer to a bowl.

Step 3: Prepare the Vegetable Base

• Heat Oil: Add olive oil to the cleaned pan.
• Sauté Vegetables: Add garlic, onion, spinach, green chillies, and tomato cubes.
• Cook Well: Stir until the vegetables soften and release aroma.

Step 4: Assemble the Pasta

• Combine: Add the prepared white sauce to the vegetable mixture.
• Add Chicken: Mix in the cooked chicken strips thoroughly.
• Add Pasta: Stir in the boiled pasta along with oregano and salt.

Step 5: Finish & Serve

• Add Cheese: Mix mozzarella cheese and fresh cream into the pasta.
• Toss Well: Stir until the cheese melts and coats the pasta evenly.
• Serve Hot: Turn off the heat and serve immediately.