Chicken Pasta Fazool
Try this hearty Pasta Fazool recipe with chicken, a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish. Perfect for a comforting, flavorful meal!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb chicken breast diced
- 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups dried pasta small shells or elbow pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
Sauté the Base:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Cook the Chicken:
- Add the diced chicken to the pot, cooking until lightly browned on all sides. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Build the Broth:
- Stir in the cannellini beans and diced tomatoes. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Add Pasta and Simmer:
- Stir in the dried pasta and reduce heat to low. Let the mixture simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Add Spinach and Finish:
- Toss in the fresh spinach and stir until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the pasta fazool into bowls, topping with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve with crusty whole-grain bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Vitamin A: 25% of the Daily Value
- Vitamin C: 15% of the Daily Value
- Calcium: 10% of the Daily Value
- Iron: 15% of the Daily Value